Similarities of the Greek early civilization in the Roman early civilization
- Both civilizations originated in the Mediterranean region and were influenced by earlier civilizations such as the Minoans and Mycenaeans in Greece, and the Etruscans in Italy.
- Both civilizations were polytheistic, with a pantheon of gods and goddesses that played a significant role in daily life and religious practices.
- Both civilizations developed advanced city-states and political structures, with Athens being a prominent city-state in Greece and Rome being a prominent city-state in Italy.
- Both civilizations excelled in art and architecture, with Greek art influencing Roman art and architecture.
- Both civilizations had a strong emphasis on military conquest and expansion, with Rome eventually conquering and absorbing Greece into its empire.
- Both civilizations had a strong class structure, with a privileged elite ruling over a larger population of common people.
- Both civilizations valued education and intellectual pursuits, with Greek philosophy and literature influencing Roman culture.
- Both civilizations also valued sports and athletic competitions, with the ancient Olympics being held in Greece and similar games being held in Rome.