Sparta and Persia in the Ancient World: An Analysis of Military, Religion and Government Sparta and Persia are two cultures with a lot of history between them. ... The importance of religion within society was very different from each other. ... Darius I, King of Persia had a different idea about religion. He allowed the people to practice their own religion as long as it did not interfere with the necessities of the state, (Persia). ... Religion for both cultures was important, but for different reasons. ...

• Word Count: 1633
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School

One of the most famous events to the world today first began in Ancient Greece. Today it is celebrated and supported by athletes worldwide, who come together to represent their country and compete for world titles. ... This unity was felt in language and religion. ... By creating a three month long festivity to honor their religious beliefs, demonstrates the civilization's devotion to religion. ... Religion was the main priority of the games, but politics also emerged from the Olympics. ...

• Word Count: 2192
• Approx Pages: 9
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Due to their large numbers, their pressure was irresistible. ... They left a very high legacy rich with myths, religion, and political history. ... The Greeks invented democracy and the modern alphabet, and laid foundations of mathematics, philosophy, astronomy, and medicine. ... Political, Cultural, and Social Differences The overriding interest to compare the Greek and Roman civilization must in the first place, be informed by the fact that the two civilizations were uniquely different societies. ... The Roman power in multiple ways differed from that of Hellenistic world. ...

• Word Count: 1491
• Approx Pages: 6
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate