The Influence of Ancient Greek Philosophy on Roman Governance and Law

Authors

  • Muhammad Haroon Associate Professor of History, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan Author
  • Samina Riaz Assistant Professor of Law, University of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan Author
  • Imran Javed Lecturer in Political Science, Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.71465/pjhc73

Keywords:

Greek Philosophy, Roman Law, Natural Law, Governance, Stoicism, Civic Virtue

Abstract

The intellectual legacy of Ancient Greece deeply shaped Roman governance and law, creating a foundation for Western political and legal traditions. Greek philosophical thought, particularly the works of Plato, Aristotle, and the Stoics, was absorbed into Roman institutions, producing a synthesis of rational inquiry and pragmatic governance. Roman lawmakers, jurists, and statesmen adapted Greek concepts such as natural law, civic virtue, and the balance between liberty and authority into a legal system that emphasized universality, citizenship, and codification. This article examines the transmission of philosophical ideas from Greece to Rome, analyzes their integration into Roman law and governance, and highlights the enduring influence on modern legal and constitutional frameworks.

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Published

2025-09-30

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Vol. 2 No. 3 (2025): Pakistan Journal of History and Civilization

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