Ancient History
Being an Elderly Person in Ancient Greek Society
In ancient Greece, different poets and philosophers portrayed the elderly people of their society in their works. However, not all portraits of the old people are amicable. […]
Greek History
Ancient History
How to Survive Old Age in Ancient Greece
Old age can be difficult for all. Compared to the present times, surviving old age in ancient times was a big hurdle, especially if one did not have wealth or children. […]
Ancient History
Life Expectancy of the Ancient Greeks
Life expectancy in the ancient times was very different from today. There were very few people who lived beyond 60 years. However, people in ancient Greece regarded old-age as a sign of wisdom and took pride in their age. […]
Greek History
Death in Ancient Greece
Death in ancient Greek society was far more unreserved than in modern societies. In what ways were Greeks more uninhibited? […]
Greek History
Living the Ancient Greek Death
What was death like for the ancient Greeks? The ancient Greeks believed that death was polluting and was something that needed to be faced bravely. They also held strong beliefs in the afterlife. Many rites and rituals of those times centered around their beliefs of death and life henceforth. […]
Greek History
The Ancient Greek Afterlife and Its Evolution
The afterlife of ancient Greece was considered as a cheerless apathetic place where no judgement awaited anyone. But from the 6th century B.C. onward, the introduction of new mystery religions added the concept of blessedness to the death. […]
Ancient History
Greek Religion: Challenge of Worshipping Multiple Gods
Greeks observed religious rituals regularly but why was their belief system built around fear? […]
Ancient History
Ancient Greek Gods and Many Ways to Appease Them
The Ancient Greeks ritually worshiped multiple deities and appeased them with offerings to get things done. Though most sacrifices and offerings were modest, some were public and social spectacles. […]
Ancient History
Practicing Greek Religion: Interpretation of Greek Gods
Greeks practiced a very different religion where they didn’t need to bother about a sense of sinfulness. Does that imply that they did not take their gods seriously? […]
Ancient History
How Was A Disabled Greek Person Treated in Society?
How did a disabled Greek person survive in Ancient Greece, especially when the congenitally deformed were […]