The article explores how ancient cultures conceptualized the afterlife, particularly in Greco-Roman society. Initially, all deceased were thought to reside in a common Hades, but distinctions emerged over time between the righteous and the wicked. Roman tombstone inscriptions reflect a practical view of life and death, notably an Epicurean philosophy that prioritizes present joys over future concerns. Educational levels in Rome were predominantly limited to the elite, emphasizing a reliance on a small upper class for formal learning and cultural knowledge, indicative of societal disparities.
"Non fui, fui, non sum, non curo" captures the Epicurean belief in focusing on life's pleasures without fear of the afterlife, reflecting a pragmatic view of existence.
Tombstone inscriptions lack philosophical explorations of the afterlife, revealing a practical understanding of death rather than deep theoretical musings or cosmic plans.
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