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The Homeschool Debate is 2,500 Years Old
Episode 6
Thursday, 6 August, 2026
Have we been arguing about public school vs. homeschool for thousands of years?In this video, we travel back to 480 BC to compare the educational philosophies of Athens and Sparta. Although separated by only 132 miles, these two Greek city-states had radically different ideas about what children should learn—and why.Athens sought to cultivate thoughtful citizens through philosophy, rhetoric, the arts, and civic participation. Sparta trained disciplined, loyal warriors through state-directed education and physical endurance. Their debate may sound ancient, but it echoes many of the same questions parents are asking today.Should education prepare children for citizenship or for life?Is standardized education better than individualized instruction?What role should parents play in shaping their children's education?Why is homeschooling growing in popularity today?As a public school teacher and father, I'm not interested in declaring one side the winner. Instead, I want to explore what history can teach us about the choices we face today. The stories of the past don't stay in the past—they shape the future we build.If you enjoy thoughtful discussions about education, history, Christian faith, storytelling, and the ideas that shape civilization, you're in the right place.📚 Visit Living Words Press:https://livingwordspress.com📬 Join my free newsletter for early articles, exclusive content, book updates, and more:https://living-words-press-newsletter.kit.com/📖 Explore my clean Christian fantasy and science fiction novels:https://livingwordspress.comIf you enjoyed this video, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone passionate about education, homeschooling, or history.Never not read!— Zach Larson#Homeschool #PublicSchool #Education #Athens #Sparta #History #AncientGreece #ClassicalEducation #Parenting #ChristianEducation #FourthTurning #LivingWordsPress
