Why do I like watching crime shows? Psychologists say one of the main reasons we’re obsessed with true crime is because it gives us an opportunity to feel relieved that we’re not the victim. What is the best crime drama on TV? The Best Murder Mysteries and Crime Dramas to Watch Right Now Frankie Drake […]
What is a Tetrarch in the Bible?
What is a Tetrarch in the Bible? 1 : a governor of the fourth part of a province. 2 : a subordinate prince. What did the Tetrarchy do? Diocletian was Roman emperor from 284 to 305 CE. Under this “tetrarchy,” or “rule of four,” each emperor would rule over a quarter-division of the empire. Diocletian […]
Was the Tetrarchy successful?
Was the Tetrarchy successful? The tetrarchy had succeeded in gaining control of the armies, securing the Roman borders, establishing a clear succession, and further protecting the person of the emperor by setting him apart from the rest of humanity-as a man whose imperial destiny had been established in heaven. When did the Tetrarchy end? 305 […]
What was the Roman Tetrarchy?
What was the Roman Tetrarchy? Tetrarchy refers to the establishment by the Roman Emperor Diocletian of a 4-part division of the empire. Diocletian understood that the huge Roman Empire could be (and often was) taken over by any general who chose to assassinate the emperor. What was the tetrarchy and when was it created? The […]
When was the last Western Roman Emperor overthrown?
When was the last Western Roman Emperor overthrown? 476 Could the Western Roman Empire have survived? Sure anything is possible, but highly unlikely. Rome had major internal issues that made long term survival highly unlikely. These issues started with formation of Roman Republic in 509 BC (it is important to note that this is traditional […]
What is mythological allusion?
What is mythological allusion? A mythological allusion is when a piece of art, literature or music hints at a piece of mythology. Such allusions are not extended; they are not representations, metaphors or personifications. They are brief passing references to something mythological that is commonly understood by the viewer, reader or listener. What is an […]
Why do poets use allusions?
Why do poets use allusions? Authors and poets use allusions as a quick way to bring meaning to their writing; for example, a reference to Pandora’s Box means that a person’s actions will have dire consequences. Writers commonly make allusions to: Literature, like T.S. Why do authors use allusions in their writing? How Is Allusion […]
What are the Joint Commission standards?
What are the Joint Commission standards? Joint Commission standards are the basis of an objective evaluation process that can help health care organizations measure, assess and improve performance. The standards focus on important patient, individual or resident care, and organization functions that are essential to providing safe, high quality care. Where can I find Joint […]
What are some examples of allusions?
What are some examples of allusions? The verb form of “allusion” is “to allude.” So alluding to something is the same thing as making an allusion to it. For example: You’re acting like such a Scrooge! Alluding to Dickens’s A Christmas Carol, this line means that the person is being miserly and selfish, just like […]
What are the Joint Commission standards for hospitals?
What are the Joint Commission standards for hospitals? Joint Commission standards are the basis of an objective evaluation process that can help health care organizations measure, assess and improve performance. The standards focus on important patient, individual, or resident care and organization functions that are essential to providing safe, high quality care. What quality standards […]