Roman Influence

How do the Romans Influence Your World?

     The Roman Empire used to be one of the greatest empire in the ancient world, as well as in Western history. The Romans have achieve many things that others can't. The range of the empire stretch from Europe all the way to Asia and Africa. The Roman Empire was so prosperous and influencial. Even years after it's destruction, the influences of the Empire can still be seen in many part of the world until today.

    

      One of the main influence of the Roman Empire is religion. The Roman used to worship ancient Greek gods and goddess with Roman names. However, the idea of Christianity is also growing. The Romans used to oppress Christians under the command of the Emperor. When the Roman emperor Constantine I adopted Christianity and expand rights to worship Christianity, it became one of the most wide spread religion in the world. This spreading of Christianity later proved to be a great influence that can change the world's history. Now, Christianity is the most wide-spread religion in the world. Most US citizens nowaday are Christian, as well as in most European countries.

      

      Roman architecture is also a great influence on modern day buildings. Elements of modern city planning can be traced to Roman concepts. The Romans engaged in extensive city-building activities as they consolidated their empire. Roman military and colonial towns were laid out in a variation of highly planned grid. Developments in the architecture of fortification, relating to compact space and fast maneuverability, and the discovery of perspective, focusing the description on the eye of the viewer, led to radial focus in city plans and the development of ideal town plans. Many European cities, like London and Paris , sprang from these Roman origins. In Washington DC , building designs were derived from Roman styles. Roman theaters have also had some influences on the development of theaters in modern society.

      Another great influence by the Romans are the spreading of Latin language. Latin language is consider to be the basis of most Western languages, including English, Spanish, Italian, and French. Various Latin roots form the foundation of many English words. 

     One important area of influence was Roman law. The first law code in Roman history was the Law of the Twelve Tables, the precursor to the development of Roman law. Roman law developed the division between public law, in which the state is directly involved, such as with issues of treason and taxation, and private law, concerned with disputes between people, such as over contracts. This system was the basis for Civil law. Roman law also influenced the development of private international law. Romans had indictments and jury trials that is similar to today's practices. Many defense techniques can also be traced back to Roman procedures. The idea of “innocent until proven guilty,” also came from ancient Roman ideas. Also, the purpose of written law as a way to protect individuals from one another and from the power of the state is an Roman idea.
 
     The Romans also has various influences in our daily lives. For example, many kitchen tools you use in your kithcen such as knives and spoons are, in fact, used by the Romans back in their time. Also, the idea of highways is another great idea adopted by the Romans.
 
      In conclusion, the Roman Empire lasted for a very long time. It's various achievments is something that can't not be ignore. The Roman Empire has built the basis of the Western world, and it's influences has help form the world today in different areas.