Sentences with phrase «classical scholars from»

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In him the church can boast, a scholar who, though a foreigner from the west, knew the Chinese classics and was able to fill his works with classical allusions.

Some scholars also point out that the word is used in classical Greek to refer to drawing water from a well.

With well over 2,000 entries by more than 350 scholars from all over the world, this set endeavors to provide users with a single comprehensive resource in English to consult for information on the classical Roman poet best known for composing the influential Aeneid, the epic poem of ancient Rome and a major part of the Western literary canon.

Enriching Entertainment: Connecting passengers to their destinations through authentic experiences is central to Viking Cruises, and Viking Star's onboard venues include a dramatic three - deck atrium where passengers can enjoy musicians playing regional and classical music; the Star Theater, home of enrichment lectures from scholars and experts; an onboard cooking school where guests can learn local specialties; and the Viking Piano Lounge, where guests can relax, mingle, and exchange stories after a day of exploring.

After leading the hunt for objects looted from the Iraq Museum, Manhattan assistant district attorney Matthew Bogdanos — classical scholar, Marine Corps Reserves colonel, and middleweight boxer — is setting up New York's first task force on the illegal antiquities trade Kelly Devine Thomas