Ephesus
Ephesus
Ephesus (pronunciation: /ˈɛfəsəs/) is an ancient city located in what is now modern-day Turkey. It was one of the most important cities of the ancient world, known for its grand architecture, bustling marketplace, and the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Etymology
The name Ephesus is of Greek origin, though its exact etymology is unknown. Some scholars suggest it may be derived from the Greek word "Ephoros", meaning "overseer", due to the city's role as a major center of commerce and governance.
Related Terms
- Ancient Greece: The civilization that existed in Greece during the Classical period, from the 8th century BC to the 6th century AD. Ephesus was a significant city during this time.
- Temple of Artemis: One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, located in Ephesus.
- Artemis: The Greek goddess of the hunt, wild animals, wilderness, childbirth, virginity and protector of young girls, who was worshipped at the Temple of Artemis in Ephesus.
- Celsus Library: An ancient Roman building in Ephesus, named after the Roman senator Tiberius Julius Celsus Polemaeanus.
- Turkey: The modern country where the ruins of Ephesus are located.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ephesus
- Wikipedia's article - Ephesus
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