Tiny penises were ‘sign of intelligence and self-control’ in Ancient Greek times 😳
Tiny penises were ‘sign of intelligence and self-control’ in Ancient Greek times – and could come back into fashion14:34
"[In Ancient Greek culture,] the proper or beautiful penis is dainty," explained John Clarke, an ancient erotic art scholar at the University of Texas. It dates back to at least the 8th Century BC, and continued for around 1,100 years, said Dr Timothy McNiven, an art expert at Ohio State University.Conversely, a big rod was used to symbolise an idiot, often overcome by animalistic lust.
They ruled over a vast part of the world for centuries and this only ended when Greece fell to the Romans in 146 BC
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