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Defending the Common Good: Mercy and Punishment, from Stoicism to Christianity | Sarah Byers

The Thomistic Institute

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This chapter delves into the historical context of Punishment in ancient Rome, focusing on the philosophical views on mercy and compassion, the brutality of punishment methods like gladiatorial combat, and the transition of cruel practices from religious rituals to public entertainment.

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