The Religious Experience of the Roman People / From the Earliest Times to the Age of Augustus

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23349

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The Religious Experience of the Roman People / From the Earliest Times to the Age of Augustus

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en

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This book, 'The Religious Experience of the Roman People', is a comprehensive study of ancient Roman religion by W. Warde Fowler. It explores the development and evolution of Roman religious practices from the earliest times to the age of Augustus. The author examines various aspects of Roman religiosity, including its relationship with law, magic, and mythology.

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The Religious Experience of the Roman People is a book by W. Warde Fowler that explores the development and decay of Roman religion from its earliest times to the age of Augustus. The author argues that the primitive religious instinct was gradually atrophied by over-elaboration of ritual but showed itself again in strange forms from the period of the Punic wars onwards. He also examines the role of the Pontifices, who administered the ius divinum, and the Augurs, who were skilled advisers of the magistrates. Fowler discusses the formalized system of Roman religion and how it came to be so, as well as the impact of Greek influences on Roman religion. The book covers various aspects of Roman religion, including its development, rituals, deities, and festivals. Fowler also explores the relationship between Roman religion and law, as well as the role of women in Roman religious life. The author draws on a range of sources, including archaeological evidence, literary texts, and historical accounts. Throughout the book, Fowler provides detailed descriptions of various aspects of Roman religion, including its rituals, deities, and festivals. He also examines the impact of Greek influences on Roman religion and the role of women in Roman religious life. The book concludes with a discussion of the significance of Roman religion and its continued relevance today. Overall, The Religious Experience of the Roman People is a comprehensive and detailed exploration of Roman religion that provides valuable insights into the development and decay of this complex and multifaceted system.

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