Did Greece and Rome think that a human life is of infinite value? The ancients had a shockingly different attitude.

Infanticide
Human Sacrifice
Killing For Entertainment

2) World Peace

Peace among the nations is a major element of the ideal world. Yet in the past, peace did not seem to be a major concern.

War
Hero Worship

3) Equal Justice

Regardless of social standing, any person should have access to a fair legal system. The right to vote by all is a cornerstone of democracy. Is this reflected by the legal systems of the ancient world?

The Feudal System

4) Education

Education of its population is a key aspect to any ideal society. Did the ancients show a concern for the literacy of their people?

Practical Reality in Antiquity
Controlling the Masses

5) Family Values

The family is the core of any society. It not only builds the future generations, but it imparts the societal values, such as attitudes towards sex and roles of women. The ancient view of these values was very different than our own.

Ancient Sexuality

Men and Boys in Greece

Effect on Society

6) Social Responsibility

Did the ancient world show concern for the welfare of its people? Were medical care, environmental awareness and concern for its population factors in the ancient world?

Conclusion Based on Antiquity

Greece, Rome and virtually every other nation has contributed something of value to civilization. The world benefited in many ways from various aspects of many peoples. But we did not inherit these six values from even the most advanced civilizations of the ancient world. If our vision of a utopian world -- a world of peace, caring, and harmony -- did not come from them, where did it come from?

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