Were the countries of ancient history that tolerated homosexuality less prone to aggression and war?

Answer 1

The answer would appear to be NO. The most legendary ancient culture with a culture of permissiveness towards (and even celebration of) homosexuality is that of Ancient Greece and their associated States. The Ancient Greeks were also legendary warriors, war strategists, explorers, and conquerers, and if the ILIAD and the ODYSSEY are to be believed, easily provoked by emotional, as opposed to practical, considerations, into war.

That said, while this culture was not unusually peaceful, it was indisputably culturally and intellectually advanced, as the cradle of Western philosophy, strategy, government, and art. Theater and modern drama as we know it was invented in this culture, as were aspects of intellectual consideration, theory, philosophy, etc. that influence and are emualted today. Perhaps that is worthe exploring as a connection, but less-aggressive? Not so much.

(Side note, this appears to--at least historically--explode the stereotype of of homosexuality reflecting a fey, not particularly competitive, non-traditionally testosterone-laden (what's more testosterone soaked then hand-to-hand combat?), while serving only to bolster the stereotype that homosexuals are more artistic and and culturally sensitive. So much for stereotypes...go figure!)

Answer 2

You mean like Greece ? Ever check out the Homer's Illiad ? Hear of Achilles ? the 10 year battle of Troy ? or Alexander the Great ?
Ya, they were real peaceful , early hippies , ya . . .

Answer 3

No... As the Greeks and Romans are famous for both.