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Forget Hollywood movies - Ancient Rome was a nightmare you couldn't survive. From disease-ridden streets to brutal social hierarchy, daily life in the Roman Empire would break any modern person in hours.
In this video, you'll discover:
- The shocking living conditions in Roman insulae (apartment blocks)
- Why basic hygiene was nearly impossible for common citizens
- How social class determined whether you lived or died
- The brutal reality of Roman entertainment and justice
- Why even "free" Romans had limited freedom through patron-client relationships
Ancient Rome wasn't glamorous; it was a matter of survival of the fittest in the most literal sense. The constant threat of disease, overwhelming sensory assault, and harsh daily realities would overwhelm anyone accustomed to modern comforts.
It's the raw truth about what life was really like for ordinary people in the Roman Empire.
#AncientRome #RomanEmpire #History #HistoricalReality #AncientHistory
In this video, you'll discover:
- The shocking living conditions in Roman insulae (apartment blocks)
- Why basic hygiene was nearly impossible for common citizens
- How social class determined whether you lived or died
- The brutal reality of Roman entertainment and justice
- Why even "free" Romans had limited freedom through patron-client relationships
Ancient Rome wasn't glamorous; it was a matter of survival of the fittest in the most literal sense. The constant threat of disease, overwhelming sensory assault, and harsh daily realities would overwhelm anyone accustomed to modern comforts.
It's the raw truth about what life was really like for ordinary people in the Roman Empire.
#AncientRome #RomanEmpire #History #HistoricalReality #AncientHistory
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00:00Welcome to part two of chapter about why you wouldn't survive a day in ancient Rome.
00:24Let's consider the social landscape of ancient Rome.
00:28Your social standing dictates almost every aspect of your life.
00:32If you are a plebeian, a common citizen, your life is one of struggle.
00:37You live in a crowded insula, work long hours, and have limited opportunities.
00:42Your voice in politics is minimal.
00:45Your influence, negligible.
00:46Patricians, the aristocratic elite, live lives of immense luxury.
00:51They own vast estates, have numerous slaves, and hold political power.
00:56Their homes are sprawling villas, adorned with art and gardens.
01:00They dine on exotic foods, attended by servants.
01:04Slavery is a pervasive institution, forming the backbone of the economy.
01:09Slaves are acquired through conquest, debt, or birth.
01:13They perform every conceivable task, from manual labor to teaching.
01:17Their lives are usually brutal, marked by harsh punishments and exploitation.
01:22They have no legal rights, no personal freedom.
01:25Their fate rests completely in the hands of their masters.
01:29Even if you are a free Roman, your freedom is often limited.
01:33Many are clients, dependent on a wealthy patron for support.
01:37This patron-client relationship provides some security, but at a cost.
01:42You owe your patron loyalty, political support, and daily attendance.
01:46This morning ritual, the salutatio, is a common sight.
01:50Clients gather at their patron's house, want favors, or simply showing respect.
01:55It is a constant reminder of your subordinate position.
01:58Women in Roman society have a complex role.
02:01They are primarily responsible for managing the household and raising children.
02:06Their legal rights are limited, and they are often under the guardianship of men.
02:10However, wealthy women can exert great influence through their families.
02:15They attend banquets, public spectacles, and religious ceremonies.
02:20But for the average woman, life is one of domestic duties and hardship.
02:24Marriage is often a practical arrangement, not a love match.
02:28It is about alliances, property, and producing heirs.
02:32Divorce is possible, but often carries social stigma.
02:36Children are valued, especially sons, who carry on the family name.
02:41Infant mortality, as mentioned, is tragically high.
02:44Those who survive face a childhood shaped by their social class.
02:49Education, for most, is informal and practical.
02:52Boys learn trades from their fathers.
02:55Girls' domestic skills from their mothers.
02:58Only the elite attend formal schools, learning rhetoric, philosophy, and literature.
03:03Their education prepares them for a life of public service and leadership.
03:08For the large majority, literacy is not a given.
03:11Many Romans cannot read or write, relying on oral traditions.
03:16This limits their access to information and opportunities.
03:20Public entertainment is a crucial part of Roman life.
03:23It serves as a distraction, a release valve for social tensions.
03:27The gladiatorial games are the most famous and most brutal.
03:32Condemned criminals, slaves, and volunteers fight to the death.
03:37The roar of the crowd, the spectacle of violence, is intoxicating.
03:41These games reinforce the power of the state and the value of courage.
03:46They are a stark reminder of life's cheapness for some.
03:49Chariot races are equally popular, held in the wide and big Circus Maximus.
03:54The charioteers are celebrities, similar to modern sports stars.
03:59The races are fast, dangerous, and often end in spectacular crashes.
04:04Gambling on the races is widespread.
04:07Further bring the excitement.
04:09Public executions are also a form of entertainment.
04:12Criminals are put to death in gruesome ways in the arena.
04:16It serves as a public warning, a display of state power.
04:21The roaming theater offers a different kind of entertainment.
04:25Comedies and tragedies are usually performed with elaborate costumes.
04:29But even here, the themes can be crude, and the humor, bodhi, baths, as discussed, are also social hubs.
04:37They are places to meet friends, conduct business, and relax.
04:42Philosophers lecture, poets recite, and gossips exchange rumors.
04:46But the sheer number of people, the noise, and the lack of privacy, it would be overwhelming for a modern sensibility.
04:54Religion permeates every aspect of Roman life.
04:58The Romans are polytheistic, worshipping a pantheon of gods and goddesses.
05:03Jupiter, Juno, Minerva, Mars, Venus, and many others.
05:08Each god has specific domains and rituals.
05:11Household gods, the laeries and pinities, are worshipped daily.
05:16Offerings are made, prayers recited, to ensure family prosperity.
05:21Public religious ceremonies are frequent and elaborate.
05:25Priests perform sacrifices, augurs, interpret omens.
05:30These rituals are believed to maintain the pax deorum, the peace of the gods.
05:35Failure to observe them could bring divine wrath.
05:38Superstition is widespread, influencing daily decisions.
05:43Omens are sought in bird flights, animal entrails, and natural phenomena.
05:48Astrology is popular, with many believing in the influence of stars.
05:53Magic and witchcraft are also practiced, though often condemned.
05:58Death is a constant presence, and funerary rituals are important.
06:02Romans believe in an afterlife, though its nature varies.
06:06Burial and cremation are both practiced, depending on custom.
06:11Tombs line the roads leading into the city, a reminder of mortality.
06:15The Roman legal system is complex and influential.
06:19It forms the basis for many modern legal systems.
06:22Laws are codified, courts established, and lawyers trained.
06:27However, justice is not always blind.
06:29Wealth and social status often influence outcomes.
06:33The poor and marginalized have less access to legal recourse.
06:37Bribery and corruption are not uncommon.
06:40For serious crimes, punishments are severe.
06:44Flogging, imprisonment, and execution are common.
06:47Public humiliation is also a powerful deterrent.
06:51The Roman army is a formidable force, maintaining order and expanding the empire.
06:56Military service is a long commitment, often twenty-five years.
07:01Soldiers are highly disciplined, well-trained, and fiercely loyal.
07:06They build roads, bridges, and fortifications.
07:09They fight on distant frontiers, facing different type of enemies.
07:13Life in the legions is harsh, with strict discipline and constant drills.
07:18But it also offers a path to citizenship and a pension upon retirement.
07:23For many, it is a way out of poverty, a chance for a better life.
07:28However, the risks are immense.
07:30Battlefield casualties are high, and disease is rampant in camps.
07:35Many soldiers never return home.
07:37And even if they do, they carry the scars of war.
07:41This constant state of warfare shapes Roman society.
07:45It fuels the economy, provides slaves, and maintains imperial power.
07:50But it also demands constant sacrifice.
07:53Your modern notions of peace and stability would be shattered.
07:56The Roman Empire is a massive and diverse entity.
08:00It consists of many cultures, languages, and peoples.
08:04But Romanization is a powerful force, spreading Latin and Roman customs.
08:09Cities are built, infrastructure developed, and trade flourishes.
08:13Yet, beneath the veneer of order, chaos often lurks.
08:18Political intrigue, assassinations, and civil wars are common.
08:23Emperors rise and fall violently.
08:25Your life is frequently at the mercy of these larger forces.
08:29So, as you walk through the crowded streets of Rome,
08:32as you endure the smells, the noise, the constant threat of disease,
08:37as you struggle for meager sustenance and basic hygiene,
08:40as you witness the brutality of the games and the harshness of justice,
08:45your modern self would quickly falter.
08:48The sheer resilience required to survive a single day is immense.
08:53It is a world where comfort is rare, and survival is a daily triumph.
08:57And that's why you would not last a day in ancient Rome.
09:00Let's further about the sensory world of ancient Rome.
09:03The sounds are relentless, a constant assault on your ears.
09:08The clatter of hooves on cobblestones.
09:10The creak of wooden cartwheels.
09:12The shouts of vendors hawking their wares.
09:15Their voices hoarse.
09:16The babble of a thousand conversations.
09:19In Latin and Greek and countless other tongues.
09:22The cries of children.
09:23The barking of dogs.
09:25The braying of donkeys.
09:26Even at night, the city never truly sleeps.
09:30Wagons are usually restricted during the day.
09:33So night brings the rumble of heavy carts.
09:36Their wooden wheels echo through the narrow streets.
09:39Which makes sleep difficult.
09:41The smells are equally overwhelming.
09:43A strong mixture of the sublime and the repulsive.
09:46The sweet scent of incense from temples.
09:49Mingled with the stench of sewage.
09:51The aroma of freshly baked bread from a nearby bakery competed with rotting refuse.
09:57The pungent odor of garum.
09:58A fermented fish sauce.
10:00A Roman delicacy.
10:01The acrid smell of smoke from countless cooking fires and workshops.
10:06Your sense of sight is also constantly challenged.
10:09The streets are often dark, even during the day, due to tall buildings.
10:14Shadows dance in the narrow alleys, concealing potential dangers.
10:18The vivid colors of frescoes and mosaics in wealthy homes are a stark contrast to the drab,
10:25utilitarian appearance of the insulae.
10:28Graffiti covers many walls, from political slogans to crude jokes.
10:33Public notices, laws, and advertisements are scrawled everywhere.
10:38Your sense of touch is constantly engaged, often unpleasantly.
10:42The rough texture of your wool tunic, itching against your skin.
10:46The cold, damp stone of the public latrine bench.
10:50The gritty feel of dust and dirt on your bare feet.
10:53The occasional brush against a stranger in the crowded streets.
10:57And the ever-present sensation of fleas and lice crawling on your body.
11:02Food is not just sustenance, but a daily challenge.
11:05For the poor, variety is almost non-existent.
11:08Pottage, a thick porridge of grains and vegetables, is your main meal.
11:13It is mostly cooked in a communal pot, simmering for days.
11:17New ingredients are added, but the base remains the same.
11:21Bread is coarse, mixed with impurities like grit or even sawdust.
11:26It is a far cry from the soft, refined loaves of today.
11:30Fresh fruit and vegetables are seasonal and expensive.
11:33Meat is a luxury, reserved for the wealthy or special occasions.
11:38Fish, if you live near the coast, might be more accessible.
11:42But preservation methods are rudimentary, leading to spoilage.
11:46Garum, the fermented fish sauce, is used to flavor almost everything.
11:51Its strong, salty taste masks the blandness of other foods.
11:56Water is usually unsafe, leading to reliance on wine.
12:00Even children drink watered-down wine, as it is safer than the public supply.
12:05This low-alcohol wine is a daily necessity, not a luxury.
12:09Dining customs are also very different.
12:12For the wealthy, banquets are elaborate affairs, lasting for hours.
12:17Guests recline on couches, eating with their hands.
12:20Course after course is served, often exotic and expensive.
12:24But for you, dinner is a quick, functional meal, eaten, standing or squatting in your cramped living space.
12:32There are no forks, only spoons and knives.
12:35Your hands are your primary utensils.
12:38Hygiene, as we have touched upon, is a constant struggle.
12:42Despite the impressive aqueducts and public baths, personal cleanliness is not a priority for many.
12:48Bathing is often a communal activity, not a private one.
12:52The public baths are a marvel of engineering, but also a hub for disease.
12:57Shared water, shared strigils, and close quarters facilitate transmission.
13:02Soap, as we know it, is absent.
13:05Romans use oils and then scrape them off with a strigil.
13:09This removes dirt and sweat, but does not kill bacteria.
13:13Oral hygiene is almost non-existent.
13:16Tooth decay is rampant, leading to chronic pain and infection.
13:20Many Romans suffer from abscesses and gum disease.
13:24Barber surgeons are the closest thing to dentists.
13:28Their methods are crude, often involving pliers and no anesthesia.
13:33Loss of teeth is common, even at a young age.
13:37Bad breath is a given, a natural consequence of poor oral health.
13:41Clothing is simple and functional, not fashionable.
13:45For most, it consists of a tunic, made of wool or linen.
13:50It is worn day in and day out, rarely washed.
13:53Shoes are simple sandals or boots, with little to no protection.
13:58Many go barefoot, especially in rural areas.
14:01Underwear is optional, and often not worn.
14:04This leads to constant itching from parasites and skin infections, from chafing and lack of cleanliness.
14:11There are no washing machines, no dry cleaners.
14:14Clothes are washed by hand, in rivers or public laundries, using lye or even fermented urine as a cleaning agent.
14:22The process is arduous, and clothes are rarely truly clean.
14:27Health and medicine are primitive by modern standards.
14:31Medical knowledge is based on observation and ancient theories, not on scientific understanding of germs and disease.
14:39Physicians are often trained through apprenticeships.
14:42Their treatments include herbal remedies, bloodletting, and surgery.
14:47Without anesthesia or antiseptics, surgery is a last resort, and often results in infection and death.
14:54Plagues are a recurring nightmare, decimating the population.
14:58Smallpox, measles, typhoid, and malaria are common.
15:03There is no understanding of contagion, no effective treatments.
15:07Quarantine is not practiced, allowing diseases to spread unchecked.
15:12Life expectancy is low, especially for the poor.
15:15Many do not live past their 30s or 40s.
15:18Child mortality is extremely high.
15:20Almost half of all children die before reaching adulthood.
15:24Their deaths are a common, heartbreaking reality.
15:28Injuries are also a major cause of death.
15:31Accidents at work, in the crowded streets, or during military service.
15:35Without proper medical care, even minor injuries can become fatal.
15:40Pain is a constant companion for many Romans.
15:44Chronic pain from hard labor, injuries, and disease.
15:47Relief is minimal, often involving alcohol or opium.
15:51Mental health is not understood or addressed.
15:54Stress, anxiety, and depression are common, but unrecognized.
15:59Life in ancient Rome was a constant battle against physical ailments,
16:04and the psychological toll of such a harsh existence.
16:07Your modern understanding of health and wellness would be useless.
16:11Your body, accustomed to comfort and care, would quickly succumb to the relentless onslaught of disease and hardship.
16:19And that is another reason why you would not last a day in ancient Rome.
16:23Let's consider the rhythm of a Roman day.
16:26Beyond just work and baths, your day is dictated by the sun, not by clocks.
16:32Most Romans rise with the dawn, their activities tied to natural light.
16:37Work begins early before the city is fully awake.
16:40For those who work in the forum, the heart of Roman public life,
16:44it is already bustling with activity by mid-morning.
16:48Lawyers argue cases, merchants conduct business, politicians debate.
16:52The noise is deafening, a constant hum of human endeavor.
16:57If you are a shopkeeper, your day is spent behind a counter,
17:00selling goods, haggling with customers, managing your small enterprise.
17:05Your shop is often open to the street, exposed to the elements.
17:09There is no climate control, no comfortable seating.
17:12For those in domestic service, a slave or a freedman,
17:17your day is spent attending to the needs of your master.
17:21From preparing meals to cleaning the house, running errands,
17:25your life is not your own, bound by the demands of others.
17:30Leisure time for the common Roman is limited.
17:32After work, the baths are a primary destination.
17:37But beyond that, options are few and often public.
17:40Gambling is popular, with dice games played in taverns.
17:44Brothels are common for all social classes.
17:48Public parks and gardens offer some respite from the city,
17:52but they are often crowded, especially on holidays.
17:55Evenings are spent at home or in local taverns.
17:58There is no electricity, so light comes from oil lamps or candles.
18:03These provide dim, flickering illumination.
18:06Reading is difficult, and most entertainment is oral.
18:10Storytelling, gossip, and singing fill the hours.
18:14Sleep comes early, out of exhaustion and lack of alternatives,
18:17but it is often interrupted by noise, heat, or pests.
18:22The legal system is a powerful, often intimidating force.
18:26Roman law is complex, with many layers and interpretations.
18:30For the wealthy, it offers protection and avenues for power.
18:35For the poor, it is often a tool of oppression.
18:38If you are accused of a crime, your fate is uncertain.
18:42There is no presumption of innocence, no right to a fair trial.
18:46Your social standing often determines the outcome.
18:49Witnesses can be bought, judges swayed by influence.
18:53Punishments are severe, designed to instill fear.
18:56Flogging, branding, and mutilation are common for serious offenses.
19:01Execution is a public spectacle.
19:03Crucifixion is a particularly brutal form of capital punishment.
19:08It is reserved for slaves, rebels, and the lowest classes.
19:12Even minor infractions can lead to harsh penalties.
19:15Life in Rome is cheap, especially for the marginalized.
19:20Crime is rampant, particularly in the sprawling urban centers.
19:24Thieves, con artists, and violent gangs roam the streets.
19:28The vigils, a sort of police and fire brigade, are usually ineffective.
19:33They are few in number, and the city is big.
19:36Self-protection is crucial, but mostly insufficient.
19:40Family is the cornerstone of Roman society.
19:43The pater familius, the male head of the household, holds great power.
19:48He has legal authority over his wife, children, and slaves.
19:53His word is law within his domain.
19:56Children are raised to respect authority and tradition.
20:00Boys are trained for public life, girls for domestic duties.
20:04Marriage is a social and economic alliance, not just a romantic one.
20:09It secures property, status, and political connections.
20:13Love is secondary, if it exists at all.
20:16Divorce is common, especially among the elite.
20:19It is a pragmatic decision driven by political expediency.
20:24Children of divorce normally remain with the father.
20:27Adoption is also common, used to secure heirs or political succession.
20:32It is a legal act, not necessarily based on affection.
20:36Grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins often live together.
20:41The extended family provides a social safety net, but it also means less privacy, more communal living.
20:48Death is a frequent visitor, especially to the young.
20:52Families mourn, but life continues, driven by necessity.
20:56Funerary rituals are important, ensuring passage to the afterlife.
21:00Tombs are often elaborate, reflecting the deceased's status.
21:05But for the poor, burial is simple, often in mass graves.
21:09Your modern concept of a nuclear family is alien.
21:13Your personal space and autonomy would be constantly invaded.
21:17Your emotional needs would be secondary to family duty.
21:21And that is another layer of discomfort you would face.
21:24Let's take a look at the intellectual and recreational pursuits in ancient Rome.
21:30Education is a luxury for the majority.
21:33If you are born into a poor family, formal schooling is unlikely.
21:37You learn what you need to survive.
21:40Practical skills for your trade.
21:42Boys might learn basic literacy and numeracy from a local teacher.
21:46But their education is normally informal, at home or in the workshop.
21:51Girls are mainly educated in domestic skills by their mothers.
21:56They learn to manage a household, spin, weave, and raise children.
22:00For the elite, education is rigorous and extensive.
22:04Wealthy boys attend schools, usually with Greek tutors.
22:08They study Latin and Greek literature, rhetoric, philosophy, and history.
22:13Their education prepares them for a life in politics, law, or the military.
22:18Wealthy girls could also receive an education, though at home.
22:22They learn to read, write, and manage large households.
22:26Some even study Greek and philosophy to be intellectual companions.
22:31But this is a rare privilege, not the norm.
22:34Libraries exist, but they are primarily for the wealthy and educated.
22:39Books are expensive, copied by hand on papyrus scrolls.
22:43Access to knowledge is limited, controlled by the elite.
22:48Your modern access to information would be unimaginable.
22:52Public entertainment extends beyond the brutal spectacles.
22:56The theater is a popular form of diversion.
22:58Comedies, tragedies, and mimes are performed in open-air theaters.
23:03The plays often feature stock characters and slapstick humor.
23:07Music is also an integral part of Roman life.
23:11Flutes, lyres, and trumpets accompany public ceremonies and private gatherings.
23:17Singing and dancing are common forms of expression.
23:20But these are simple folk traditions, not grand performances.
23:25Poetry readings are popular among the educated elite.
23:29Poets recite their works in private homes or public gatherings.
23:33This is a chance to display wit, erudition, and social connections.
23:37For the common person, storytelling is the primary narrative form.
23:42Stories are passed down orally, legends and myths shared.
23:47Games are also a common pastime.
23:50Board games, like Ludus Latrunculorum, similar to chess, are played.
23:55Dice games are popular, results in gambling and disputes.
23:59Children play with dolls, toy chariots, and balls.
24:03But their playtime is short, replaced by responsibilities.
24:07Public festivals are frequent, offering a break from daily toil.
24:12These religious holidays involve processions, sacrifices, and feasts.
24:17They are a time for celebration, community, and religious observance.
24:21But they can also be chaotic, with large crowds and potential for disorder.
24:26The atmosphere of the Roman city is unique and intense.
24:30It is a city of extremes, of immense wealth and abject poverty,
24:35of fantastic architecture and squalid tenements,
24:38of intellectual brilliance and brutal violence.
24:42The Forum is the beating heart of Rome.
24:45It's a sprawling complex of temples, basilicas, and public spaces.
24:50Here, laws are made, justice is dispensed, and business is conducted.
24:55It's a place of constant activity, a microcosm of Roman life.
24:59The Subura, a densely populated district, is a stark contrast.
25:05It is a maze of narrow streets, crowded insulae, and bustling workshops.
25:10It's a home to the working class, the poor, and the criminal underworld.
25:14Rome is a city of constant movement, a dynamic, living entity.
25:18But it is also a city of waste, disease, and social stratification.
25:23The impressive aqueducts bring fresh water, but it flows into open sewers.
25:28The public baths offer cleanliness, but also spread disease.
25:32The entertainment distracts, but the underlying harshness remains.
25:37Your modern senses would be overwhelmed, your sensibilities offended.
25:41Your body would struggle with the lack of hygiene and constant exposure.
25:46Your mind would reel from the chaos and the stark realities.
25:49And that is yet another reason why you would not last a day in ancient Rome.
25:55Finally, let's consider the Roman mindset so different from our own.
25:59Romans are pragmatic, stoic, and deeply superstitious.
26:03They value duty, honor, and loyalty above all else.
26:07Personal feelings are suppressed, emotions kept in check.
26:12Death is a regular companion, accepted with a grim resignation.
26:16Life is fleeting, and one must make the most of it.
26:20Your modern emphasis on individual happiness and self-expression would be alien to the Roman
26:25way of thinking.
26:27You would be expected to conform, to prioritize the collective, to accept your place in the
26:32social hierarchy.
26:34Fatalism is common, a belief that fate controls one's destiny.
26:38This can lead to a sense of resignation, a lack of personal agency.
26:42Your modern belief in self-determination would be challenged.
26:46The Romans are also deeply religious, their lives intertwined with the gods.
26:51Every action, every decision, is influenced by divine will.
26:56Omens are sought, sacrifices made, to appease the deities.
27:00To neglect these rituals is to invite disaster.
27:04Your modern secularism would be incomprehensible.
27:07You would be seen as impious, a threat to the social order.
27:11Superstition is not just for the uneducated.
27:14Even emperors consult augurs and interpret dreams.
27:18This pervasive belief in the supernatural would shape your reality.
27:23Your modern scientific worldview would offer no comfort in a world where gods and spirits
27:28are believed to intervene directly.
27:31In human affairs, your logic would be irrelevant.
27:34The Roman sense of humor is mostly crude, even cruel.
27:39Public mockery, satire, and physical comedy are common.
27:43Your modern sensitivities would be constantly offended.
27:46There is little room for political correctness or delicate feelings.
27:50Life is hard, and humor is a way to cope.
27:53But it's a humor that can be harsh, even brutal.
27:56Your modern concept of personal space is non-existent.
27:59Romans live in close quarters, constantly surrounded by others.
28:04Privacy is a luxury only the wealthiest can afford.
28:08Your need for solitude would be unmet.
28:11Your boundaries ignored.
28:13This constant proximity would be mentally exhausting and physically uncomfortable,
28:18given the lack of hygiene.
28:19Your modern reliance on technology would be a crippling handicap.
28:23No smartphones, no internet, no instant communication.
28:28Information travels slowly, by word of mouth or written scroll.
28:33Tasks that take seconds today would take hours or days.
28:37Your patience would be tested, your efficiency non-existent.
28:40And your ability to adapt to a world without modern conveniences
28:44would be the biggest test of your survival.
28:47So, when you consider all these factors,
28:50the constant threat of disease,
28:52the pervasive filth,
28:53the brutal labor,
28:55the lack of personal freedom,
28:56the harsh justice,
28:58the ever-present violence,
28:59the overwhelming sensory experience,
29:02the alien mindset,
29:03it becomes clear that your modern self would not endure.
29:07You would be a fish out of water,
29:09a fragile being in a brutal world.
29:11Your comfortable existence has made you ill-suited for such a reality.
29:15And that, above all else,
29:18is why you would not last a day in ancient Rome.
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