contributions of the romans (753 b.c. --- 476 a.d .)
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Contributions of the Romans (753 B.C. --- 476 A.D .). Origins to Empire. Twelve Tables ( 450 B.C.). Roads & Arches. Lucretius (95-51 B.C.). On the Nature of the Universe On the Nature of Things happiness is produced by virtue of moderation - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Contributions of the Romans(753 B.C. --- 476 A.D.)
Origins to Empire
Twelve Tables (450 B.C.)
Roads & Arches
Lucretius (95-51 B.C.)
On the Nature of the Universe
On the Nature of Things
• happiness is produced by virtue of moderation
• man is happy if accepts what is and does not desire what cannot be
Cicero (106-43 B.C.)
On Duties
• How to act?: Always do the right thing!
• Wrong action, perhaps advantageous, can never really be advantageous because it is wrong
• What is the right thing? That which is legal & honest/open/fair
• We do know when we are doing right & doing wrong
• We would be happier if always did right even if meant being poorer or less successful
Stoicism acceptance of all situations
virtus, or "manliness," or "toughness“
logos: "rational order" or "meaning" of the universe
grand design for history: spread of the Roman Empire and her laws
officium ("duty“): responsibility to perform the functions into which you have been born to the best of your abilities
pietas ("respect for authority“): primary duty one owes is to the state
The Games(ludus)
Chariot Racing
Gladiatorial Games