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Contributions of the Romans (753 B.C. --- 476 A.D .)

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

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Contributions of the Romans (753 B.C. --- 476 A.D .)

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  1. Contributions of the Romans(753 B.C. --- 476 A.D.)

  2. Origins to Empire

  3. Twelve Tables (450 B.C.)

  4. Roads & Arches

  5. 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

  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. The Games(ludus)

  9. Chariot Racing

  10. Gladiatorial Games

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