Uncovering the Roots of Democracy An Exploration of the Political Institutions of Athenian Democracy

[@haditawbe9617]

Great video! Extremely underrated, thanks for the detailed explanation!

[@iPediainteractivebooks]

Thank you 🙏 hadi…..it’s my pleasure. Have in mind that the video is from the interactive book: The Parthenon in 3D. Specifically from the first chapter that presents the 5th century BC. You can find a link in the description. 📚

[@haditawbe9617]

@@iPediainteractivebooks Alright, I'll check it out, thanks!

[@greekpimp77]

What I think I think my ancestors were awesome!!

[@iPediainteractivebooks]

I think you are right!🤝

[@0-Templar-0]

Socrates: Democracy sucks Plato: Agreed. Aristotle: I agree with the old people

[@iPediainteractivebooks]

However, there is no easy answer….🤷🏻

[@lamphrangrovylyngdoh2780]

What do you think? I think you're right.😊

[@scotandiamapping4549]

Ah time to.learn about the OG democracy

[@iPediainteractivebooks]

Scotandia thank you for your comment. what’s your opinion regarding the criticism of Democracy?

[@golgumbazguide...4113]

Explore Golgumbaz Deccan india

[@emmanouilachladiotis5272]

We need to go back there. Down to parliament oligarchy

[@iPediainteractivebooks]

Hi Emmanouil. Probably, with the use of technology it’s possible. However, as I keep reading of this subject I found that even then there were serious problems Implementing the vision of Solon initially and Pericles after…..🤔

[@vish5798]

Wow you conveniently ignored mentioning so many Asian and African Countries in your world map that are also modern day democracies. Especially India for being the world's largest and oldest democracies, which preceded greece even. Anyway, nice video very informative 👌

[@iPediainteractivebooks]

Hello Vish. It's true that there are many Asian and African countries that are modern-day democracies, including India, which is the world's largest democracy and has a long history of democratic practices. I'm sorry if it appeared that I ignored these countries in my world map. In my video, I may have focused more on the Western democracies because they are often more well-known and studied, but I appreciate you bringing attention to the diversity of democracies across the world. Another reason that the video may have focused on Western democracies, particularly ancient Greece, is that it is part of the interactive book: the Parthenon in 3D. The Parthenon, located in Athens, Greece, is one of the most iconic ancient temples in the world. It also has significant historical and cultural importance, as it was built during the height of Athens' democracy and served as a symbol of its power and influence. In the description of the video you can find the link of the book and download a free sample. I plan to delve deeper into other democracies in a future video. It's important to recognize and understand the different forms of democracy that exist around the world, as each country's history, culture, and political system contribute to the way democracy is practiced. Thank you for your comment and for highlighting the importance of inclusivity in discussions of democracy. 👍

[@bettersounds1926]

If you weren't an in debt slave but a regular slave could you save up money to become a citizen

[@iPediainteractivebooks]

Nice addition and thanks for your comment, however I think it didn’t apply in Ancient Athens. To be honest I haven’t read anything similar of course that doesn’t mean you are not correct! I think that was possible during the Roman period. I have to check on that🤷🏻it’s a very important detail!!❤️

[@bettersounds1926]

@@iPediainteractivebooks any type of roman slaves could buy their citizenship?

[@iPediainteractivebooks]

I think yes 🤔….