The Religious Life Of Ancient Rome

The Religious Life Of Ancient Rome

Jesse Benedict Carter

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2006
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
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9781425497781
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The Religious Life of Ancient Rome is a comprehensive study of the development of religious consciousness in Rome from the foundation of the city until the death of Gregory the Great. Written by Jesse Benedict Carter, this book explores the religious practices, beliefs, and rituals of the ancient Romans, and how they evolved over time.The book begins with an overview of the early religious practices of the Romans, including their worship of gods and goddesses such as Jupiter, Mars, and Venus. It then goes on to explore the impact of Greek and Etruscan religions on Roman religious beliefs and practices, as well as the role of the state in promoting and regulating religious activities.Throughout the book, Carter examines the various religious cults and sects that emerged in Rome, including the mystery cults of Mithras and Isis, and the rise of Christianity. He also explores the role of religion in Roman politics, society, and culture, and how it influenced the lives of ordinary people.Overall, The Religious Life of Ancient Rome provides a fascinating insight into the religious beliefs and practices of one of the most influential civilizations in history. It is an essential read for anyone interested in ancient history, religion, or culture.Chapters Include The Religion Of Superstition And The Decline Of Faith; Religion Of The Early Empire, Constantine And Christianity; Augustine And The City Of God; Benedict And The Ostrogoths, Gregory And The Lombards: The Preparation For The Holy Roman Empire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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