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Antiquity
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the historical period before the Middle Ages, especially before the sixth century when Greeks and Romans were the most prosperous
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an artifact surviving from the past
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extreme oldness
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Antiquity refers to the period in history before the Middle Ages, encompassing the civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome.
Philosophers and scholars from antiquity, such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, made profound contributions to Western thought and philosophy.
The decline of the Roman Empire marked the end of antiquity and the beginning of the Middle Ages, as Europe entered a period of political fragmentation and cultural change.
The art and architecture of antiquity, such as the Parthenon in Athens and the Colosseum in Rome, continue to inspire awe and admiration today.
The study of antiquity involves examining ancient texts, artifacts, and archaeological remains to understand the cultures and societies of the past.
