Utopias often describe the ideal society as a perfect harmony between male and female, black and white, rich and poor. To begin, an overview of utopian history is needed. The utopian lineage is as old as the Earth itself. Specifically, it all began in the Garden of Eden, considered the ultimate utopia. Subsequently, the next great utopia is described in Plato's Republic. According to Plato, as long as the main social classes coexist rightly with each other, society as a whole will be in harmony. Utopia by Thomas More was subsequently published. , humanist scholars flourished, the Protestant Reformation was in the air and anything seemed possible” (Mastin). Interestingly, there are significant differences between Utopia and La Repubblica. According to More, the key components of a perfect society consist of minimal government control, a strong family unit, no private property or currency, and a six-hour workday. But Plato's ideal republic materializes very differently. As far as religion is concerned, utopias are somewhat ambiguous. In general, exclusive or inclusive religious communities have been created. The Puritans were exclusive. “Religious exclusivity was the fundamental principle of their society. The spiritual beliefs they had were strong. This force continued to include community laws and customs. Since God was at the forefront of their minds, He had to motivate all of their actions. This premise worked both for and against them” (Kizer). There were multiple be...... middle of paper ...... freedoms. But instead they created religious tyranny. By seeking the unattainable, they have only created despair and hardship for others, whether intentionally or unintentionally. Works Cited Franklin, Ben. Benjamin Franklin Quotes. December 8, 2013. .Gaga, Lady. "Born this way." Born this way. House Of Gaga Publishing LLC, ndGroup, Barna. Barna studies the research and offers an annual review perspective. 2009. .Kizer, Kay. December 8, 2013. .Mastin, Luca. BC to the 16th century. 2008. 9 December 2013. .Sargisson, Lucy. Contemporary feminist utopia. Psychology Press, 1996.