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In six pages this paper examines the Roman way of life and and then considers how two architectural works – the Pantheon and the Colosseum – reflect Roman culture, with detailed description, analysis, and interpretation included. Six sources are listed in the bibliography.
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world. The earlier and highly impressive Greek civilization exerted a profound influence upon Roman life, but its emperors used its example only as a point of reference. The
Romans had no interest in repetition; they wanted to create a culture in their own image that would have their own grand vision of public life (with the emphasis upon
public) that was reflected in their art and architecture. Like their Greek predecessors, the Romans embraced an urban lifestyle because this made the transition from Greek to Roman much
easier (Hingley 77). Existing buildings would only need to be modified to conform to the Roman motto of absolutum dominium (absolute dominion or power). Emperor Augustus personified the
Roman ideal of total excellence in all pursuits. The Romans were a competitive people who strived to succeed in industry, athletic contests, and in public service. The concept
of private citizen was foreign to the Romans because the community and its members were the central focus of their existence. The Roman social consisted of a rigid
hierarchy the the elites occupying the top rung of the ladder and the slaves at the bottom. There was a distinct gender bias in the favor of men, who
were lords and masters of their wives and children as well as their slaves. All male Roman citizens were allowed to vote, but women, children, and slaves were not.
Roman customs were structured around a central focus, which was usually a central gathering place for social interaction, business transactions, and a forum where vigorous public debates about politics
took place. The Roman culture was decidedly urban because most activities were held in the city. Residents resided in what were the first apartment complexes of three or
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