Message #47732

[Jitendra Hydonus]

Mccoy the America you describe does not at all resemble what i see. The difficulty with your assessment is it ignores the sufferings most Americans face. And it centers on the success and money machine of the rich 🤑 who really have no regard for those in lower economic strata. Most Americans are apart of a slave working class, just able to eke out enough money to eat and pay rent. While a small amount of the population own most of the wealth and real estate. So your model of success may appear shiny from a distance but lose all luster from a closer view. Would you consider Rome a successful empire at its height of power? If so you will be expressing what I am talking about. There were slaves and many parts of society that were suppressed which the early Christians were exposed to during Christ’s time. Though the Roman’s were successful certainly those crucified on the streets could not say the same. This is the type of false success that the current administration who have been elected exemplify.

Crucifixion was a common form of execution in Roman times, particularly for slaves, rebels, and those accused of serious crimes such as treason or piracy. It was primarily used as a means of punishment and deterrence.

Key Points:

Purpose: Crucifixion served not only as a method of execution but also as a public display intended to deter others from committing similar offenses. Victims were often left on display for days.
Victims: The majority of those crucified were non-Romans, including slaves, foreigners, and criminals. Free Roman citizens were typically spared this form of execution unless they were guilty of severe crimes.
Historical Context: The most famous crucifixion is that of Jesus Christ, which occurred around 30-33 AD. This event highlights the use of crucifixion in the context of political and religious dissent.
Frequency: While exact numbers are difficult to ascertain, historical accounts suggest that thousands of individuals could be crucified during major uprisings, such as the Spartacus revolt (73-71 BC), where it is estimated that 6,000 slaves were crucified along the Appian Way.
Legal Framework: Crucifixion was codified in Roman law, and its use was regulated by the authorities. The Romans viewed it as a fitting punishment for the most serious offenses.
In summary, crucifixion was a widespread and brutal practice in Roman society, used primarily for punishment and as a means of instilling fear among the populace.

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