Athenian Democracy - Judicial System, Women's Roles, and Slavery
Offered By: Yale University via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the intricacies of Athenian democracy in this lecture from Yale University's "Introduction to Ancient Greek History" course. Delve into the judicial system of Athens, examining how citizens strived to create a fair and participatory legal process. Analyze the potential shortcomings of the Athenian democratic model and draw comparisons to modern governance. Investigate the complex roles of women in Athenian society through various historical sources, and consider the institution of slavery within the context of ancient Greek culture. Gain valuable insights into the foundations of Western democracy and reflect on its evolution over time.
Syllabus
- Chapter 1. Organization of Athenian Democracy: The Judicial
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- Chapter 2. Flaws in the Athenian Democratic System
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- Chapter 3. Women's Roles in Athenian Society
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- Chapter 4. Slavery in Athenian Society
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- Chapter 5. Question and Answer
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