Compare And Contrast Ancient Greek Times
COMPARATIVE ESSAY – ANCIENT GREEK TIMES TO MODERN TIMES
Ancient Greek lives and modern lives are extremely different compared to each other. In such things as Daily life, Religion and Theatre there are very little things in common.
In Ancient Greek times men were the dominant sex. If they were not training in the military, or discussing politics they went to the Theatre for entertainment. Men also spent their time in the fields, overseeing or working the crops, sailing, hunting, manufacturing or in trade. Women on the other hand were not allowed to watch or perform in theatre; their daily life consisted of domestic work such as spinning, weaving, and other domestic duties. Children in Ancient Greece spent their time playing with toys and games. Boys were educated at school while the girls were not allowed to go to school but were sometimes taught home. …show more content…
The people of Ancient Greece were deeply religious.
There were 16 gods and goddesses (Poseidon, Hades, Apollo, Artemis, Aphrodite, Ares, Dionysus, Hephaestus, Athena, Hermes, Demeter, Heracles, Hestia, Asclepius and Hera) and the king of gods was Zeus. Each of all the gods and goddesses were responsible for a different aspect of life and were hugely important. The Greek people worshipped the gods and believed that the gods would take care of them when they died.
Another major part of Ancient Greece was Theatre. The Greek theatre was a huge part of life and began with honouring their gods. Huge outdoor Theatres were built on the hillsides to seat crowds of up to 15,000 people. They even released prisoners from jail temporarily so they could attend. All the actors in plays were men as women are weren’t allowed to participate or be anywhere near a theatre. Members of the chorus were chosen from the general population and were unpaid volunteers doing their civic duty. The audience would stamp their feet to show their appreciation, rather than clapping their
hands.
Daily life in modern times is greatly different to Ancient Greek times. These days both men and women have equal opportunities. Majority of both men and women will both be working full time and carrying out household duties. Children also spend most their time using some sort of technology whereas in Ancient Greek times they spent their times playing with toys and games. Both girls and boys are also able to attend schooling either at a co-education school or a single sex school.
Whilst religion is still followed in modern times, it is not as important to some people as it was in Ancient Greek times. These days there are many choices when it comes to religion and it is not a major influence in many people’s lives.
Modern day entertainment is so much more advanced than in Ancient Greek times. We have multiple choices having the option of staying home and watching T.V, playing computer games, or being able to go out to cinemas or attend live entertainment. These days we have modern technology to enhance our experience whereas in Ancient Greece they had to make do with natural lighting and what was available to them.
In summary, things have changed dramatically since Ancient Greek times. There are more opportunities available to all people in all aspects of life, ranging from the way people live their daily lives, enjoy entertainment and to the way religion is followed.
Ancient Greek lives and modern lives are extremely different compared to each other. In such things as Daily life, Religion and Theatre there are very little things in common.
In Ancient Greek times men were the dominant sex. If they were not training in the military, or discussing politics they went to the Theatre for entertainment. Men also spent their time in the fields, overseeing or working the crops, sailing, hunting, manufacturing or in trade. Women on the other hand were not allowed to watch or perform in theatre; their daily life consisted of domestic work such as spinning, weaving, and other domestic duties. Children in Ancient Greece spent their time playing with toys and games. Boys were educated at school while the girls were not allowed to go to school but were sometimes taught home. …show more content…
The people of Ancient Greece were deeply religious.
There were 16 gods and goddesses (Poseidon, Hades, Apollo, Artemis, Aphrodite, Ares, Dionysus, Hephaestus, Athena, Hermes, Demeter, Heracles, Hestia, Asclepius and Hera) and the king of gods was Zeus. Each of all the gods and goddesses were responsible for a different aspect of life and were hugely important. The Greek people worshipped the gods and believed that the gods would take care of them when they died.
Another major part of Ancient Greece was Theatre. The Greek theatre was a huge part of life and began with honouring their gods. Huge outdoor Theatres were built on the hillsides to seat crowds of up to 15,000 people. They even released prisoners from jail temporarily so they could attend. All the actors in plays were men as women are weren’t allowed to participate or be anywhere near a theatre. Members of the chorus were chosen from the general population and were unpaid volunteers doing their civic duty. The audience would stamp their feet to show their appreciation, rather than clapping their
hands.
Daily life in modern times is greatly different to Ancient Greek times. These days both men and women have equal opportunities. Majority of both men and women will both be working full time and carrying out household duties. Children also spend most their time using some sort of technology whereas in Ancient Greek times they spent their times playing with toys and games. Both girls and boys are also able to attend schooling either at a co-education school or a single sex school.
Whilst religion is still followed in modern times, it is not as important to some people as it was in Ancient Greek times. These days there are many choices when it comes to religion and it is not a major influence in many people’s lives.
Modern day entertainment is so much more advanced than in Ancient Greek times. We have multiple choices having the option of staying home and watching T.V, playing computer games, or being able to go out to cinemas or attend live entertainment. These days we have modern technology to enhance our experience whereas in Ancient Greece they had to make do with natural lighting and what was available to them.
In summary, things have changed dramatically since Ancient Greek times. There are more opportunities available to all people in all aspects of life, ranging from the way people live their daily lives, enjoy entertainment and to the way religion is followed.