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And by young enough this included children. Pederasty was VERY common in many areas of the ancient hellenic/roman world. That still isn't to say it was universal, or that everyone agreed with the practice. It was even outlawed in some places.I was half joking but yeah the ancient greeks agreed. Being the receptive party was seen as socially acceptable only if you could not yet grow a full beard/were young enough. Otherwise, it would be seen as shameful and something only fit for prostitutes and slaves.