The Religion of the Romans
Publisher: Polity
Published: November 28, 2007
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 368
ISBN-13: 9780745630144
Subjects: Ancient Roman religion; Literary studies: classical, early & medieval; Ancient Religions; Ancient Rome - History; History - General History; History: World; Ancient Rome; Ancient - Rome; History; History / Ancient / General
Description: "The gods were the true heroes of Rome. In this major new contribution to our understanding of ancient history, Jörg Rüpke guides the reader through the fascinating world of Roman religion, describing its unique characteristics and bringing its peculiarities into stark relief. Rüpke gives a thorough and engaging account of the multiplicity of cults worshipped by peasant and aristocrat alike, the many varied rites and rituals daily observed, and the sacrifices and offerings regularly brought to these immortals by the population of Ancient Rome and its imperial colonies. This important study provides the perfect introduction to Roman religion for students of Ancient Rome and Classical Civilization."--Jacket.