Italy's Early Iron Age: Meet The Villanovans and Their Legacy - Roman History

[@Joseph-z7s3b]

I cannot help but be curious. Who would find who more strange if somehow modern humans were able to meet humans from one thousand B.C.E. I suspect that they'd find us more alien. More unbelievable. Not necessarily because of technology or religion(s), but rather how the modern humans seem to have little interest in the work (mentally) necessary to gain real, meaningful enlightenment. In fact, I believe that modern humans would offend all of their sensibilities.

[@historydome]

Ancient people often valued deep philosophical and spiritual pursuits, which might make them see our modern distractions and lack of deep engagement as odd or disappointing. However, every era has its seekers of knowledge and wisdom. Ultimately, both ancient and modern humans share a common quest for understanding, just in different ways.

[@Joseph-z7s3b]

@@historydome Would it be fair or accurate to say that ancient peoples were far more interested in the pursuit of knowledge than folks nowadays? Myself, I would have to say that yes,they were. Unfortunately. What passes for knowledge today is both laughable and tragic. I must be clear, I do not have a giant brain nor do I have an i.q. that is off the charts. The point is that I want to learn, whereas the majority of people just want to look at their phone... contemplating whether or not to take on the Tide pod challenge.

[@historydome]

It's a compelling perspective, but it's worth considering that the pursuit of knowledge has always varied among individuals in any era. While ancient societies often held philosophers and scholars in high regard, access to knowledge was limited to a privileged few. Today, we have unprecedented access to information, but it's true that distractions abound. However, there are still many people deeply committed to learning and advancing knowledge. The issue might be more about how society values and engages with this pursuit rather than a fundamental difference in interest between ancient and modern people.

[@Joseph-z7s3b]

@@historydome I feel fortunate that being 54, I still want to learn. Learn of ancient people, their customs, religious beliefs, etc... Learn what I can grasp about space and everything that dwells within. I feel that the instant that I no longer want to read various books,(books ~ the original text messaging) or watch a channel such as yours, when I am no longer interested or curious that very second I will become old. I know that I am not the only one who wants knowledge. My lament is that there are far fewer that want the same. It's like Bob Weir sang: "You ain't gonna learn what you don't wanna know..."

[@Russell-kz7ee]

Very interesting content and channel. Thank you!

[@historydome]

Glad you enjoy it!