| − | '''Hellenistic Culture''' is a term for [[Greek]] culture. The phrase was derived from ''Hellas'' meaning Greece. In wide use during and after the conquests of [[Alexander the Great]] in which the Hellenistic Greek culture was spread. The culture was renowned for its strict code of [[ethics]], its culinary prowess, and its use of [[metal]]. | + | '''Hellenistic Culture''' is a term for [[Greek]] culture. The phrase was derived from ''Hellas'' meaning Greece. In wide use during and after the conquests of [[Alexander the Great]] in which the Hellenistic Greek culture was spread. Helenistic communities and other Asian cultures adopted traits from each other. The culture was renowned for its strict code of [[ethics]], its culinary prowess, and its use of [[metal]]. |