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What aspect of King Tigran's power was hereditary?
What aspect of King Tigran's power was hereditary?
What was the arkuni in Tigran's government structure?
What was the arkuni in Tigran's government structure?
Who convened the world conference, the highest deliberative body in Tigran's Armenia?
Who convened the world conference, the highest deliberative body in Tigran's Armenia?
What role did the king's 'tycoon' likely represent in the government?
What role did the king's 'tycoon' likely represent in the government?
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Which of the following roles was NOT mentioned as part of the government structure under King Tigran?
Which of the following roles was NOT mentioned as part of the government structure under King Tigran?
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Which was the first known state entity in ancient Armenia?
Which was the first known state entity in ancient Armenia?
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During which millennium did ancient Armenian state formations unite against Assyria?
During which millennium did ancient Armenian state formations unite against Assyria?
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What characterized the administration of pan-Armenian kingdoms?
What characterized the administration of pan-Armenian kingdoms?
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Which of the following was a pan-Armenian kingdom that followed the Kingdom of Van?
Which of the following was a pan-Armenian kingdom that followed the Kingdom of Van?
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What was the historical significance of the Kingdom of Van?
What was the historical significance of the Kingdom of Van?
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Who was the biggest authority in the country after the king?
Who was the biggest authority in the country after the king?
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What was the role of governors in the Armenian state?
What was the role of governors in the Armenian state?
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What position did Bedeshkhs hold in Armenia?
What position did Bedeshkhs hold in Armenia?
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Which role did the priest NOT hold in the Armenian state?
Which role did the priest NOT hold in the Armenian state?
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What was the lowest-ranking official in the Armenian state?
What was the lowest-ranking official in the Armenian state?
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Study Notes
The Role of Priests in Ancient Armenia
- The priest held a significant position, acting as the spiritual leader and managing education.
- The priest also served as the Grand Judge, holding considerable authority in the country. They were, in fact, the most powerful authority figures in the domain.
- Other influential figures, the Bodeshkh, also held positions of power within the country.
Governance Structure in Ancient Armenia
- Governors of border states ( bodeshkhs) were subordinate to higher-ranking officials.
- In Greek terminology, these officials were called "governors".
- The lowest-ranking officials were under the governors.
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Explore the significant roles of priests and governors in ancient Armenia. This quiz covers the influence and authority of priests as spiritual leaders and judges, alongside the governance structure involving subordinate officials. Test your knowledge on this fascinating historical period.
