Tag: Roman deity
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Who Was Bellona? A Study on the Roman Goddess of War Before the ascendance of Christianity in the Roman Empire during the mid-4th century, Roman religion was characterized by polytheism, where numerous deities were venerated, marked by a calendar filled with festivals and sacrifices throughout the year. The hierarchy among the gods was crucial, with…
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Quirinus represents a significant yet enigmatic figure in ancient Roman worship, associated closely with the origins and identity of the city. Known from the earliest eras alongside deities such as Jupiter and Mars, Quirinus is intrinsically linked to the Quirinal Hill, a site believed to symbolize the safeguarding of the Roman populace and the foundational…
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The Janus Geminus, often interpreted as the embodiment of duality, housed an ancient bronze statue of the deity Janus, believed to have been established by Numa Pompilius, the second king of Rome, as recounted by Plutarch. According to Pliny the Elder, the sculpture featured fingers positioned to represent the 355 days of the year, while…
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Neptune: A Majestic Roman Depiction This impressive sculpture, crafted from veined marble around 135 AD, showcases Neptune, the Roman deity governing seas and freshwater bodies. The statue, exceeding typical human size, stands robustly supported by a dolphin—an emblem of the god. Notably, Neptune’s left arm holds a trident, a symbol representing his dominion over the…
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Quirinus, an enigmatic deity from ancient Rome, has origins that remain somewhat unclear. Revered alongside Jupiter and Mars since Rome’s early days, he is closely linked to the Quirinal Hill, embodying the protection of the Roman citizens as well as the city’s mythical founder. The Origins of Quirinus Quirinus, as indicated by his name, is…