PH2T3R The Journal of Solar Culture Who Did It Better? Rome vs Greece
Oct 6, 2025
Join Newstore, a resident expert on classical history, as he fiercely defends Rome against Greek ideals. He argues that Rome's legacy in law, architecture, and civic institutions surpasses Greece's philosophical origins. The discussion reveals how Greek thought influenced Roman leaders like Cicero. Topics cover the nature of justice in both cultures, the importance of Roman religious inclusion, and their respective roles in shaping Western values. Ultimately, they explore how merging these legacies can inform our modern world.
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Rome's Material Legacy
- Rome's lasting Western influence is mostly material: law, architecture, military, and civic institutions.
- Jack Donovan argues Roman civic energy and practical systems shaped modern Western society more than Greek abstract ideology.
Rome's Inclusive Cultural Strategy
- Roman religious and cultural imperialism tended to absorb and romanize conquered gods and practices rather than erase them.
- Newstore presents Rome's inclusive competitive incorporation as a model anticipating modern plural societies.
Greek Foundation Across The Mediterranean
- Greek cultural and material influence across the Mediterranean predated Roman dominance and seeded many practices Rome later adopted.
- Jack Donovan emphasizes Greek colonies, Alexander's conquests, and Hellenistic spread as foundational to Western culture.
