Gods, Ritual & Power: Unveiling Roman Religion

Religion was central to Roman life, but many doubt that they ever actually believed in their gods. This documentary unravels the social forces and ancient dynamics of belief  behind the fascinating Gods, Cults and Religion that  and, and the Rise of an Empire!
Ever wondered what made the Romans tick? Curious Why Rome didn't stay pagan?  This video dives deep into the captivating world of Ancient Roman religion, exploring the powerful gods and goddesses they worshipped, the intriguing rituals they practiced, and how these beliefs fueled the rise of a mighty empire.

00:00 - Edward Gibbon and Roman Religion
02:43 - Why we get Roman Religion wrong
06:26 - The Religious Dimension to Roman Political Thought
10:23 - Did Romans believe in their gods?
16:38 - Origins of the emperor cult
17:32 - The last Roman Religion

Modern Sources:
The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire - Edward Gibbon
Temples, Religion and Politics - Eric M. Orlin
Belief and Cult: Rethinking Roman Religion - Jacob L. Mackey
Religions of Rome vol. 1- Mary Beard
The Man in the Roman Street - Harold Mattingly

Ancient Sources:
On The Nature of the Gods, On Divination - Cicero
The Lover of Lies, Dialogues of the Gods - Lucian
On the Nature of Things - Lucretius

Here's what you'll discover:

The impact of religion on Roman political thought.
The fascinating connection between religion and the Roman mind, including how it shaped roman philosophy, roman culture and and daily life.
The impact of Roman religion on the development of Western civilization.
Whether you're a history buff or simply curious about ancient cultures, this video offers a captivating exploration of Roman religion.


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Roman Gods, Roman Mythology, Ancient Roman Religion, Beliefs of Ancient Romans
Jupiter, Mars, Venus, Minerva, Neptune
Practices and Rituals: Roman Gladiators, Roman Sacrifice, Augury (Roman divination), Vestal Virgins (priestesses)
Impact and Legacy: Influence of Roman Religion, Roman Religion vs Christianity (Christianity's rise during the Roman Empire)








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