Understanding the Alien World of Ancient Greece: Interview with Professor Greg Anderson
Tides of History
Metaphysical Boundaries of Polis Worlds
Ancient cities like Athens and Rome had metaphysical boundaries, symbolized by the disposal of traitors or murderers beyond their borders. These cities operated under distinct metaphysical laws, recognizing themselves as fundamentally different worlds from neighboring polis. The widespread existence of such metaphysical boundaries in non-modern societies is underestimated by modern scholars, impacting our understanding of cultural ancestors and their legacy. The Greek legacy, shaped by the Enlightenment Age, is heavily conditioned by modern sensibilities, making it vastly different from the original ancient civilization.
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