Tag: Sacrifices

  • The Worship and Festivals of Tellus in Ancient Rome

    The Worship and Festivals of Tellus in Ancient Rome

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    Tellus: The Roman Goddess of Earth Tellus, often referred to as Tellus Mater, is the Italian goddess representing mother earth. She was particularly called upon during earthquakes, which is significant given that her temple in Rome was established in 268 B.C. following a devastating earthquake during wartime. In Roman culture, she was associated with solemn…