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Originally Posted by zefff It may be our culture that gives us a regard for human life. Its definately the case that there is a lower regard for life and a tolerance for violence in cultures as opposed to others. It may be the customs and laws in our society that have instilled a fear of combat over time. Im not sure. Why do people still physically attack others? |
I'm not aware of any single society that ever celebrated death and destruction. The closest I can think of is Rome with the gladiatorial combat, but until the era of Christian persecution, the level of blood was actually lower than most people think. Also, in regards to other forms of aggression, such as internet arguments and the like, we can enjoy those exercises of anger because no one suffers. Imagine small children in a shoving match, they display power and try to intimidate one another into submission but they aren't even causing pain let alone damage.