Roman Mythology
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When visiting Rome City Centre, a plethora of sightseeing options awaits. Starting with Casino dell Aurora a Pallavicini, you will find numerous attractions within reach. Notable sites such as St. Peter’s Basilica, the Roman Forum, and Piazza Navona are just a stone’s throw away, ensuring a fulfilling day of exploration. For those interested in accommodations,…
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In essence, Vesta embodies the divine aspects of ritual fire, the hearth, and domesticity, symbolizing virginity and purity. Appropriate offerings to her deity include modest plates of food, along with incense and milk. Vesta – The Goddess of Fire Among the pantheon of deities, Vesta is the one most regularly honored in the prayers within…
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The Ancient Goddess Bellona: A Complex Persona of War In the polytheistic society that characterized Rome before the official embrace of Christianity in the mid-4th century, the Romans engaged in the worship of numerous deities, celebrating various festivals and making sacrifices throughout the year. This rich tapestry of worship was hierarchical; important gods such as…
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Overview of Pluto: The Roman God of the Underworld Pluto stands as the principal chthonic deity in Roman mythology, reigning over the dead and governing the underworld. Known for his formidable presence and influence, Pluto shapes the destinies of mortals and dispenses fortune. As the overseer of subterranean realms, he governs valuable minerals, ores, and…
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Roman Religion: An Overview of Practices and Beliefs Roman religion encompasses the beliefs and rituals that were prevalent among the people of the Italian peninsula from antiquity until the establishment of Christianity in the 4th century CE. Cicero, a renowned orator and statesman, articulated that Romans had a unique wisdom that allowed them to recognize…
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Overview of the Cult of Tellus and Ancient Festivals Tellus is the revered Italian deity representing mother earth, also referred to as Tellus Mater. This goddess was engaged in rituals during seismic events, with her ancient temple in Rome established in 268 B.C. following an earthquake during warfare. Tellus played a significant role in oaths,…
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This blog could easily be dubbed “Writing my gardening blog in advance while enjoying the sights of Rome!” Had I not been in the enchanting city, I would have attended the inaugural RHS Chatsworth Flower Show. You surely would have appreciated the Plews perspective featuring the picturesque Derbyshire hills framing the garden displays and floral…
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Earlier in the week, an intriguing paper by an associate named Athanaricus surfaced, proposing a novel linguistic interpretation of the Roman deity Quirinus. The argument drawn upon the Proto-Indo-European term Perkwunos, suggesting a connection between this enigmatic Roman figure and the concept of the Striker or Thunderer. While I lack the linguistic expertise to delve…
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Roman religion represents the beliefs and practices of the inhabitants of the Italian peninsula prior to the rise of Christianity in the 4th century CE, spanning a time known as Classical Antiquity. According to Cicero, a prominent Roman orator, the Romans distinguished themselves with a unique wisdom that recognized the supremacy of the gods’ governance.…
