Key Terms in Ancient Civilizations

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Belief System

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A set of principles or tenets which together form the basis of a religion, philosophy, or moral code.

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Religion

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A structured set of beliefs and practices through which people seek to understand and relate to the divine or sacred.

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Civilization

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A complex human society characterized by the development of cities, social classes, and a state structure.

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Monotheism

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The belief in the existence of only one god.

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Polytheism

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The belief in or worship of more than one god.

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Spirituality

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A broad concept with room for many perspectives, often involving a sense of connection to something bigger than oneself.

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Harappa

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An archaeological site in Punjab, northeast Pakistan, which was part of the Indus Valley Civilization.

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Indus River Valley

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A major river valley in South Asia, which was home to the ancient Indus Valley Civilization.

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Written Records

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Documents or inscriptions that have been recorded in writing, providing historical evidence of past events and cultures.