Ancient Greco-Roman Culture Analysis

The most influential parts of modern day life branch from the ancient Greco-Roman society. Each generation fabricates new words and new methods of communication; however, the most influential epoch, the ancient Greco-Roman epoch, has contributed the most to modern society. Throughout my experiences in both Greek and Roman language I have come to understand how prevalent the past cultures are in present day civilizations. A common language provides the building block for all communication between individuals. In modern times any two individuals fluent in different romance languages can converse between themselves on a purely rudimentary level. Additionally, any English or language major should study Latin and Greek due the incredible amount derivation amongst terms. Words such as pecuniary, mountain, angel, and more than anyone could mention derive themselves from Greek and Latin.

Much of modern art and cartoons derive from Roman art. In ancient Greece and Rome the art told stories of great heroes; today however, the art tells of major figures in society which an ancient roman would likely construe as a modern hero. While the archaic forms of art may not agree with contemporary cartoonists paint still shows prestige. New studies show that the Parthenon had many layers of paint, all of which demonstrate wealth. In state of the art homes people can see paintings hanging from the walls and even on carpets and china which also demonstrates great affluence. Some basic pictures in a more modern home may involve gates into hell or lakes modeled after Avernus. A really cool picture I bought as a young boy has roots in the three gorgons, and the fates, and the furies of hades none of which I knew of until I started learning about ancient mythology. People still purchase these items because there lingers about a mysterious aire to each of the myths that no one can avert their eyes