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Tag: Greek

The Greco-Roman Concept of the Barbarian

‘Barbarian’ and ‘barbaric’ are nowadays commonly used to describe somebody or something behaving in a particularly uncivilized or – to the observer – foreign way, and in this regards differs surprisingly little from it’s ancient counterpart. This article seeks to examine the meaning and history of the term in short.… Read More The Greco-Roman Concept of the Barbarian

August 1, 2022August 1, 2022 European Origins2 Comments

Spartan Agoge and Athenian Ephebeia – A Comparison

An in-depth analysis of the infamous Spartan Agoge and it’s Athenian counterpart – the Ephebeia.… Read More Spartan Agoge and Athenian Ephebeia – A Comparison

December 6, 2021July 15, 2022 European Origins1 Comment

Remnants of Proto-Indo-European Society in Sparta

In Nigel M. Kennels book “The Gymnasium of Virtue” he discusses the possible influence of Proto-Indo-European customs on ancient Spartan society.… Read More Remnants of Proto-Indo-European Society in Sparta

June 19, 2020May 29, 2022 European OriginsLeave a comment
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