Worlds Apart but ABridged.
Zeus Law Xenia (ξενία) — sacred hospitality: Zeus was known as Zeus Xenios, protector of guests and strangers. Hosts had a duty to welcome travelers, provide food and shelter, and avoid harming guests. Guests also had duties to respect their hosts. Horkos (Ὅρκος) — sanctity of oaths: Oaths were considered sacred, and breaking them could bring divine punishment. Dike (Δίκη) — justice and right order: Zeus was associated with maintaining justice among humans and punishing arrogance (hubris). Supplication (hiketeia): A person seeking refuge or mercy, especially the weak or defeated, could be placed under divine protection. ------ Pashtunwali ( Afghanistan) Nanawatai (ننواتی) — the right of asylum and protection. A person who seeks refuge, even an enemy, can be granted protection and safety by the host. Once accepted, the host has a duty to defend that person. Melmastia (ملمستیا) — hospitality to guests and strangers. A visitor should be welcomed, fed, and treated with respect, even if the...