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The Classical Origins of Modern Homophobia (Paperback)
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The Classical Origins of Modern Homophobia (Paperback)
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From government to literature to architecture, few fields in
western culture are untouched by the influence of Ancient Greece
and Rome. Even mores that may seem exclusively modern often have
roots in the classical past. This book takes an in-depth look at
the ancient roots of homophobia, including its Pythagorean origins
and its eventual spread throughout the Roman Empire and,
consequently, the rest of the world. Originally, male homosexuality
occupied something of an honorable position in ancient Greece. By
the end of the Roman period several centuries later, this attitude
had changed so radically that to be found guilty of homosexual
actions was punishable by death. This work investigates how such a
shift occurred and traces the various cultural forces that brought
about almost universal homophobia throughout western societies.
Beginning with the earliest documented instance of homophobia in
the teachings of Pythagoras (who was surrounded by mystery even in
ancient times), the author examines its proliferation through
various disciplines, citing sources from political history,
anthropology, religion, and psychology as well as the analysis of
ancient texts. Through extensive historical research, he follows
the concept from Greece to Macedonia and finally to Rome, examining
relevant religious attitudes including those of Christianity and
Judaism. Finally, he discusses the ways in which homophobia was
solidified in the legal legacy of the Roman Empire. An extensive
bibliography provides additional resources regarding classical
influence on modern culture.
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