Tag: rituals
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Roman Religion: An Overview of Beliefs and Practices Roman religion encompasses the beliefs and rituals practiced by the inhabitants of the Italian peninsula from antiquity until Christianity’s rise in the 4th century CE, a period often referred to as Classical antiquity. The Roman orator Cicero noted that Romans held a unique understanding of their world,…
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In the realm of ancient Egyptian deities, Montu stands out as a lesser-known yet significant figure whose essence is intricately linked to warfare and divine avenging. As the God of War, Montu embodies themes of conflict, destruction, and retribution, holding a distinct place within Egyptian lore. Although overshadowed by the more renowned gods like Ra…
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Neptune On the 1st of December, coinciding with the new moon, the Romans honored Neptune with offerings. Despite his lesser popularity in Rome compared to the Greek sea deity Poseidon, Neptune is celebrated with two annual festivals. The origins of the name Neptune can be traced back through various linguistic evolutions such as Gaelic Nechtan…
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The Ceremonial Reverence for Neptune and Celtic Deities On December 1st, typically coinciding with the new moon, the ancient Romans paid homage to Neptune. This is noteworthy considering Neptune’s limited popularity among Romans, yet he commanded two significant festivals throughout the year. Interestingly, sailors often favored Poseidon, his Greek counterpart, over Neptune when it came…
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Roman Religion: An Overview of Beliefs and Practices Roman religion encompassed the beliefs and rituals of the inhabitants of the Italian peninsula, spanning from ancient times until the rise of Christianity in the 4th century CE, and is often referred to in the context of Classical antiquity. Cicero, a notable orator and politician of the…
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The Celebration of Pomona: A Tribute to the Fruit Goddess Niamh Red Horse reflects on her lifelong connection to Pomona, the goddess revered for her guardianship of fruits, particularly apples. Growing up in Michigan, she fondly recalls days spent consuming fresh fruits, forming an intrinsic bond with apple trees that she considers a sisterhood, deeply…
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Neptune: A Glimpse into Celtic Divinity On the first day of December, coinciding with the new moon, ancient Romans paid homage to Neptune, albeit his following was considerably lesser compared to that of Poseidon, the Greek maritime deity. Intriguingly, Neptune, despite being less favored in Rome, was celebrated with two annual festivals. Neptune, known as…