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A Space of Amazing Proportions

The basis of humanism can be summed up in the words of Protagoras, "Man is the measure of all things." Why were the Greek people so intrigued by the idea of ratios and proportions? What is the Golden Ratio and why is it so important? Their architecture and sculpture are examples of the ideas that were so dominant in the minds of the Greek people. What could be considered the most important piece of Greek architecture, the Parthenon, is one of these examples.

The Greek people of the fifth century BCE created a culture that was deeply rooted in philosophy and the arts. Their never-ending search for their place in the grand scheme of the universe, and in nature around them, influenced everything in their lives, especially their love of the arts.

"The Parthenon enjoys the reputation of being the most Doric temple ever built (Figure 1). Even in ancient times, its architectural refinements were legendary, especially the subtle connection......

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