Based on the ideas presented in the excerpts, a new idea that can be formed is that the carvers' dedication to creating perfect sculptures reflected not only their skill but also their deep reverence for Athena, highlighting her significant role in ancient Greek culture and the importance of artistic expression in honoring the divine. This implies that the artistry of the Parthenon served both as a religious tribute and as a demonstration of the cultural values of the time.
The carvers wanted the sight of that golden light washing across the horse and a line of other gods to be unforgettable.
By making their work so perfect, the sculptors expressed their devotion to the goddess Athena, to whom the Parthenon was dedicated.
—A Short Walk Around the Pyramids and
Through the World of Art
Philip M. Isaacso
What new idea can you form based on the ideas of these two excerpts from the text?
The carvers were paid a lot of money.
Athena was an important goddess to the ancient Greeks.
The Parthenon took a long time to build.
The horse and the line of other gods are the most perfect sculptures in the world.
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