Tag: ritual practices
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Neptune: A Unique Celtic Perspective On the first day of December, aligning with the new moon, the Romans engaged in offerings to Neptune—a fascinating observance given that this deity was not particularly revered in Rome, yet commanded attention through his biannual festivals. It is noteworthy that sailors typically favored Poseidon, the Greek counterpart of Neptune.…
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Roman religion, often referred to within the context of Roman mythology, encapsulates the beliefs and practices of the inhabitants of the Italian peninsula from ancient times to the rise of Christianity in the 4th century CE, during what is known as Classical antiquity. Nature and Significance According to Cicero, a well-known orator and politician, the…
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Roman Religion: Overview of Beliefs and Practices Roman religion, which encompasses the beliefs and practices of the inhabitants of the Italian peninsula from ancient times until the rise of Christianity in the 4th century CE, is often referred to as Roman mythology. This faith system, steeped in the characteristics of Classical antiquity, emphasized a unique…