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Interpreting Roman Values and Ideals

What Did the Romans Believe?

Exploring Roman values like pietas (duty), virtus (courage), and fides (faithfulness) helps us understand their actions and legacy.

Major Ideals

  • Pietas: Loyalty to family, gods, and country.
  • Virtus: Bravery and excellence, especially in war.
  • Fides: Trustworthiness in personal and public life.

Literary Reflections

Latin texts are full of characters embodying or struggling with these ideals, offering lessons that still resonate.

Modern Connections

Many modern concepts of citizenship, leadership, and honor trace back to Roman ideals.

Examples

  • Discussing Aeneas’s sense of duty versus personal happiness.

  • Analyzing speeches by Cicero about honesty and justice.

In a Nutshell

Roman values shaped their world and influence us today.

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