History Of Armenia

History Of Armenia: An Application for Exploring Ancient Civilizations

History Of Armenia is an engaging application that delves into the rich tapestry of historical events and narratives surrounding the nation of Armenia. This application provides comprehensive information about various aspects of Armenian history, ranging from ancient times to the present day.

Armenia, located in the highlands surrounding the Biblical mountains of Ararat, boasts a fascinating historical background. The original Armenian name for the country was Hayk, later known as Hayastan, which translates to "the land of Haik." According to tradition, Haik was a descendant of the Mesopotamian god Haya, and the suffix "-stan" signifies "land." The historical adversary of Haik was Bel, or Baal, mentioned in the Bible at Isaiah 46:1 and Jeremiah 50:2 and 51:44.

The term "Armenia" was adopted by neighboring regions and is believed to be derived from Armenak or Aram, a great-grandson of Haik and a significant figure in Armenian lineage. During the Bronze Age, several states thrived in the Greater Armenia region, including the Hittite Empire, Mitanni, and Hayasa-Azzi (1600-1200 BC). Successive powers, such as the Nairi (1400-1000 BC) and the Kingdom of Urartu (1000-600 BC), also established their dominion over the Armenian Highlands. Each of these civilizations contributed to the ethnogenesis of the Armenian people.

Yerevan, the current capital of Armenia, traces its roots back to the 8th century BC when King Argishti I founded the fortress of Erebuni in 782 BC. Erebuni was designed as a major administrative and religious center, becoming a fully royal capital. The Iron Age kingdom of Urartu was succeeded by the Orontid dynasty. Subsequent periods saw Persian and Macedonian rule, followed by the rise of the Artaxiad dynasty from 190 BC, leading to the zenith of the Kingdom of Armenia under Tigranes II. Eventually, the region fell under Roman control.

In 301 AD, Arsacid Armenia became the first sovereign nation to adopt Christianity as its state religion. Over time, the Armenians experienced periods of Byzantine, Sassanid Persian, and Islamic dominance. However, they reestablished their independence with the Bagratuni Dynasty, which lasted until 1045. Following the Seljuk conquest in 1064, the Armenians formed a kingdom in Cilicia that persisted until 1375.

From the early 16th century, Greater Armenia came under Safavid Persian rule. The region was subsequently divided between the Safavids and their Ottoman rivals, with Eastern Armenia remaining under Persian control and Western Armenia falling under Ottoman rule. This division continued until the 19th century.

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