What civilization influenced the ancient Romans the most?

Answer 1

The civilisation which had the greatest influence on Roman civilisation was that of the Greeks. In the early days the Etruscans and Sabines also had a degree of influence.
Greek civilisation. In fact the Eastern Empire was Greek and upper class Romans embraced aspects of Greek culture.

Answer 2

There were two civilizations that influenced the ancient Romans, they were the Greek and the Etruscan. The Greeks gave the Romans a cultural stepping stone, but the Romans took the Greek things and made them uniquely Roman. For example, the differences in the theater buildings, or in the plays and poems. Although the Romans considered everything Greek either elite or effeminate, they still used Greek physicians and tutors and sent their young men to study in Greece.

On the other hand, the Romans absorbed many aspects of the Etruscan culture. Examples of this is the Roman passion for chariot racing which was developed by the Etruscans, and the freedom that the Roman women enjoyed. Certain religious ceremonies could be traced back to the Etruscans. So its a toss up as to which people influenced Rome the most.

Answer 3

Ancient Greece had the most influence on the Romans, who embraced all things Greek, even Greek gods (who were given Roman names).

Answer 4

In the early days Roman religion was influenced by the religions of the Sabines, the Etruscans and the Greeks. Greek religion was the most influential one. It was more enduring and pervasive

Answer 5

It was the Greek.

Answer 6

The Greeks

Answer 7

Greeks