There is no denying that Sparta has prestige and popularity among many civilizations in the world. If neighboring Greece is famous as t...
There is no denying that Sparta has prestige and popularity among many civilizations in the world. If neighboring Greece is famous as the first "Democracy" applicant, then famous Sparta with its prowess produces deadly warriors. Moreover, believe it or not, the forging to become a "deadly warrior" began when they were born in the world. Curious, bro? Continue reading below. Have a good read.
1. As a baby, you must be born perfect. If you are not perfect, die.
Sound sadistic? Not humanity? However, that is one of the main requirements to be born a Spartans. Every newborn baby will be taken to the "Special Board Association, where an examination will take place. If the board finds a defect or weakness, then the child's destiny is to be left alone in the forest, or on the sheet, so that nature determines their fate.
2. Children are not treated too well
When starting life as a child in the Spartan community, they never expect that there will be warm, loving care; on the contrary, military education is accepted from birth. If a child cries endlessly, the child is often left alone, or the worst gets punished. These toddlers are forced to be born without fear and weakness at all. Even they are not allowed to have footwear so that later their feet can harden themselves. Even worse, the first thing they do to a toddler is to bathe them in a pool of wine. In this way, they believe that if a child is born weak, he will soon sink and die. Very sadistic.
3. Born as a man? Welcome, and survived serving the military for 60 years
Born as a strong man in the Spartan community, there is no choice but to serve the military. Meanwhile, brutal training as a soldier has begun at the age of 7 years to 21 years. Even though other options exist, it is a shame not to choose as a soldier. The fact is that the military will continue until it reaches the age of 60 years. Until grandparents are still muscular.
4. Eat together in military barracks style
When they reach maturity to become a war soldier, they will be sent to Syssitia, which is the place of public gatherings. They can make their own choices, and offer themselves in every association they want, but eventually, there will only be one who will accept. When it has been received, it is obligatory to attend the gathering every day, without any reason, unless the goal is very urgent.
5. Drunk? It's only for slaves
A real Spartan soldier is required to have a sharp mind, and the body is always available whenever needed, but that does not mean they do not enjoy wine and the like, only they experience it in quantity "enough to taste." Meanwhile, they let their slaves get drunk to their heart's content so that they could observe how "drunk" could affect them.
6. "Body Shaming"? that's an everyday talk
For Spartan warriors, it is an obligation to maintain a body shape that is always muscular and ideal. If you suddenly feel the body bed start to rise, or the body feels too fat, go on a diet immediately, or it will be the subject of talk and public ridicule or can consult with the association to get your beautiful body back.
7. There is no marriage until the age of 30
The totality of life in the barracks and serving the military throughout the day, make a Spartan soldier indeed forbidden for matters of love until they are indeed 30. However, don't worry, when it reaches the age of 30, a soldier is allowed to live elsewhere they want, who also literally gets a wife. While whoever dares to take the risk of getting married early, then it must be smart to take the opportunity to pull out of the barracks at night to meet the idol of the heart.
8. Education for women is a guarantee from the State
Although not a center of philosophy, Sparta still guarantees education for its citizens, especially for women. However, this education is more centered on hard physical training. Beyond that, a Spartan woman is free to roam wherever they want, which means not fixated in the house.
9. Singles to death? Embarrassing!
For Sparta, it is imperative to have offspring as the next generation. In this case, the aim is to replace war soldiers who have died serving their country. Also, to make this happen, of course with one way, yes "Marriage." Someone who insists on a single to his old age will be labeled as a silly person and does not contribute to the State.
10. "children" do not become "children" for a long time
At the age of 7, all Sparta boys will be sent to a military education regiment called Agoge where they are forged into a soldier who does not know fear. Some of the education taught includes the art of fighting and hunting. Meanwhile, for girls, they are prepared to dance, gymnastics, to throw the javelin, with the aim that in the future they will be able to become strong mothers.
11. Women participate in athletic games
With the advantage of having slaves, the Spartan women are known to be free rather than do all the standard "home" obligations like a woman. Instead, they busied themselves in several competitions which included, dancing, singing, throwing, to wrestling. Of course, the main goal is to attract the attention of men, while other purposes are to prepare them towards a mother's level.
12. Three social classes, with soldiers at the top
Sparta has three social classes, namely, Spartiate, Perioeci, and the lowest Helots. Spartiate is those who work as soldiers where they have full rights in terms of politics and property. While under him are Perioeci, those who work as Weapons, Iron Forks, and traders, who are often foreigners, but they still have the right to ownership of objects and land. Meanwhile, Helots are poor people or those who have the lowest base, usually slaves.
Source: google, wikipedia, history, spartan
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