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The Religion of Numa
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From the austere rites associated with Numa Pompilius to the political and cultural shifts under Augustus, the book examines how external influences and internal reforms shaped the Roman pantheon. It highlights the role of the Sibylline texts in introducing foreign cults and charts the transition from traditional worship to the imperial cult of the deified emperors.
Offering a clear, chronological account, this work reveals how religion was both a reflection of Rome's expanding empire and a tool for consolidating power. A compelling overview of Rome's spiritual landscape, it sheds light on the deep connections between belief, identity, and imperial ambition.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
144
Release Date:
2025-06-30
Publication Date:
2025-06-30
Publisher:
Left of Brain Books
Languages:
Original:
English
ISBN10:
1397668741
ISBN13:
9781397668745
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
Weight:
249 g
Height:
133 cm
Width:
203 cm
Thickness:
10 cm
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