Axial Age (1 jan 800 ano antes da era comum – 1 jan 300 ano antes da era comum)

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 Rise of major philosophies

 Increased urban civilisation initially brought under the leadership of a priestly ruling class, encouraged trade and brought different societies closer together.

 All customs would no longer be taken for granted and people began to question their own beliefs once they came into contact with others whose beliefs were different.

 The increase in population and the mixing of culture also exposed more people to the realities of life, such as sickness, greed, suffering, inhumanity and social injustice.

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