28. (1.4; DOK 2) Spartan society revolved around training for war because warfare was their favorite activity. Spartans wanted to dominate the entire Mediterranean world, Spartans feared helot (slave ) rebellions. Spartans believed they could not achieve immortality without proving their bravery in batte.

Spartan society was built on the relentless pursuit of military excellence and discipline, primarily due to the constant fear of revolts from the helots, who outnumbered them significantly. This fear shaped their education system, known as the Agoge, where young boys were trained rigorously in combat, survival, and resilience, ensuring that they would be ready to defend their city-state at a moment's notice. Moreover, for Spartans, military prowess was synonymous with honor and social status. They believed that bravery in battle granted them a kind of immortality, ensuring that their names and deeds would be remembered long after death. This mindset fostered a culture where warriors were celebrated, and fierce competition was manifested in both training and actual warfare, driving them to embody the warrior ethos.