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The Evolution of Ancient Rome: From Etruscans to the Rise of Christianity

Explore the intricate history of Ancient Rome, from its Etruscan origins and monarchy, through the establishment of the Republic and Senate, to the consolidation of power by figures like Caesar and Augustus during the Pax Romana. Delve into the legal foundations of Roman society, the significance of prostitution and slavery, the grandeur of public works and thermae, and the transformative impact of Christianity as it began to spread. Understand Rome's complexities, including its challenges and decline amidst barbarian invasions and epidemics.

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The Evolution of Ancient Rome: From Etruscans to the Rise of Christianity

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  1. ROME

  2. Origins??? • Etruscans

  3. Monarchy • Republic • Senate

  4. Consolidate

  5. 133 B.C.E.

  6. Caesar • Augustus

  7. “PAX ROMANA” • First 2 cent. of c.e.

  8. EMPIRE

  9. ROMAN LAW • Innocent until guilty

  10. PROSTITUTION • Meretrix – prostitute • Mainly slaves, some Romans • regulated • Lupanar – brothel • Organized • Little privacy

  11. “BUILDERS” • Roads • Public works • Concrete

  12. SLAVERY

  13. GLADIATORS • Violent, bloody • betting

  14. THERMAE • Bath houses • Everyone • Process • Food, drink, sex

  15. CHRISTIANITY • In Roman empire, not culture • Jesus of Nazareth • Reform Judaism • Love, charity • Popular

  16. Grows? • Paul of Tarsus • anti-Christian • Jesus – real person • Aggressive, equality

  17. CHRISTIANITY

  18. CHRISTIANITY • Greek, Roman ideals • Imperial cult • Persecution

  19. ALCOHOL • Christianity • Most important: Eucharist • Duty • Miracles • Sacred vs. secular • Moderation

  20. ALCOHOL • Wine production • Convivium – Dinner party • Coarse, rowdy

  21. DECLINE • Challenges • Revenue - • “Barbarians” • Epidemics

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