#perdiccas

Why Didn't Anybody Marry Roxana Later?

It wouldn't gain him anything. In herself, Roxana had no (political) clout. It might also be seen as an attempt to control the heir... and maybe replace him with a child of one's own begetting.

So formally, no. Informally, Perdikkas became her protector, even though Krateros was named regent for the heirs (prostasia) in the Babylonian settlement shortly after ATG died. But Perdikkas had Roxana (and Arrhidaios) and possession is nine-tenths of the law. ;-)

Later, after Krateros and Perdikkas were killed, Olympias effectively became Roxana's protector and Alex IV's regent until Kassandros finally had her killed and took possession of Alexander IV (and Roxana) and then did away with them.

But Roxana was NOT the key to becoming Alexander's replacement. Almost from the start, she was seen as "the wife he had to take to get out of Baktria." She was secondary to Statiera ...which is why she (= Perdikkas) had Statiera killed immediately after ATG died because Statiera was also pregnant. Statiera's higher social position would put any child she bore over Roxana's. So Roxana moved first, with Perdikkas's help.

Why didn't Perdikkas side with Statiera? We don't know. Maybe he assumed Roxana was further along and so a safer bet to carry to term. Maybe he decided she was politically weaker that Statiera and would owe her elevation/survival entirely to him. Maybe he just liked her better. Who knows? (Personally, I'm going with #2 with a helping of #1.)

The Greek Phalanx

The Greek phalanx was a formidable military strategy that dominated ancient battlefields for centuries. Originating in Sumeria around the 25th century BCE, this formation later influenced Egyptian and Greek warfare, becoming a hallmark of Greek military tactics. The phalanx's success lay in its dense, shield-walled ranks, where warriors stood shoulder-to-shoulder, armed with long spears.

Key Facts

Origins: The phalanx formation has roots in ancient Sumeria, with influences through Egypt.

Armament: Warriors were equipped with long spears and interlocking shields.

Literary Mention: The phalanx is famously described in Homer's works, dating back to the 8th century BCE.

Name Origin: The term "phalanx" comes from the Greek word for "finger," reflecting the formation's tight, finger-like lines.

Historical Context

The phalanx spread from Sumeria to Egypt and eventually became a defining feature of Greek warfare. Its effectiveness was heightened by the discipline and cohesion of the soldiers, making it a powerful force against less organized opponents.

Historical Significance

The phalanx played a pivotal role in shaping the course of ancient battles, notably in Greek warfare. Its strategic design and effectiveness influenced military tactics for centuries, showcasing the ingenuity of ancient warriors.

Definitely this FIRE quote from Ory Amitay's 'From Alexander to Jesus'🔥

A character portrait of Cleopatra (not the famous one, Alexander the Great's sister) and of Perdiccas (one of Alexander the Great's generals who accompanied him in his expedition).

It's for a friend who has written a story about them in wattpad and you can read it here if you are interested:

Still Life with Armour by Mariano Fortuny y Madrazo + Statue of Lucius Caesar (son of Julia the Elder & Marcus Agrippa) at Corinth, Archaeological Museum + Tomb of Alcetas in Termessos (modern Turkey) + The Maison Carrée (French: "square house") was dedicated in Nemausus to Gaius and Lucius.

For the difference between the human personality and individuality of repeated earth lives see The Influence of Spiritual Beings Upon Man: Lecture VI by Rudolf Steiner

LUCIUS CAESAR

Livia left no corresponding confession. Nor would she have, since in fact no evidence connects her with the deaths of Marcellus, Marcus Agrippa, Gaius and Lucius Caesar, Agrippa Postumus, Germanicus—or even Augustus. Frequently Livia was hundreds of miles away when her ‘victim’ died of fever or a battle-wound. On the principle of ‘Where there’s a will, there’s a way’, distance apparently proved no obstacle to this mistress of the dark side. In almost every instance her weapon was poison. Against both reason and probability, we are asked to believe that, Mazzini-like, she ‘chopped down the family tree’.

—Matthew Dennison, Livia, Empress of Rome

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