Classical Greek J292,06 November 2020

1. Athenian Democracy & Legal System | Function of the water clock in trials, juror qualifications, financial incentives for civic participation, critiques of democratic governance.

2. Ancient Greek Justice & Governance | Organization of legal and political processes, public opinion on democracy, comedic criticism in Aristophanes, reliability of legal fairness.

3. Olympic Games & Religious Significance | Rewards for athletes, connection between sports and religious festivals, physical training parallels with modern Olympians, popularity of pankration.

4. Cultural & Artistic Impressions of the Olympics | Impact of Zeus’ statue on visitors, artistic glorification of athleticism, social prestige associated with victories, economic benefits for winners.

5. Debate on Greek Justice & Fairness | Evidence of legal equality, contradictions in the treatment of different social classes, role of public trials in reinforcing or undermining fairness, comparisons with modern legal systems.

6. Sport, Society & Morality | Ethical concerns in sportsmanship, societal obsession with athletic success, balance between honor and violence in competitions, significance of the Olympics beyond entertainment.