Sardis Flashcards
Where was Sardis located?
40 miles SE of Thyatira
When and where was it founded?
In 1200 BCE and a top a 1500 foot precipice
What did the citizens think of themselves?
They though themselves impregnable and grew through commerce and trade
What occurred in 546 BCE?
Sardis was conquered through a fluke - end/my climbed up unseen and opened the city gates
What is an adjective to describe Sardis ?
Glorious city
What was the catchphrase for doing what was said to be impossible?
Conquering Sardis
When was Sardis conquered again?
In 214 BCE
Who did they live in the shadow of?
Pergamum
When was the city destroyed by a huge earthquake?
In17 CE
Who helped Sardis rebuild the city?
Rome
What did Sardis offer to Rome in gratitude?
A temple to Ceaser
Who was the temple awarded to instead?
Smyrna
Who did Sardis have a temple to?
Artemis
What did the citizens have a special interest in?
Death and immortality
What caused Sardis to have a special interest in death and immortality
Their warring history
