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The Religious Experience of the Roman People: From the Earliest Times to the Age of Augustus, the Gifford Lectures for 1909-10 Delivered in Edinburgh University (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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I wish to make two remarks about the subject-matter of the lectures. First, the idea running through them is that the primitive religious (or magico-religious) instinct, which was the germ of the religion of the historical Romans, was gradually atrophied by over-elaboration of ritual, but showed itself again in strange forms from the period of the Punic wars onwards. For this religious.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating and intricate realm of ancient Roman religion, tracing its evolution from its earliest roots to the transformative age of Augustus. The author skillfully navigates the complexities of understanding a belief system deeply intertwined with the history and political landscape of the Roman state. The narrative unfolds by exploring the primitive foundations of Roman religious practices, including remnants of magic and taboo, and then delves into the core of the family-centric faith of the early Romans. As the city-state of Rome emerges and expands, the book examines the development of a formalized state religion characterized by a strict adherence to rituals and a contractual relationship between gods and worshippers. The author sheds light on the challenges posed by contact with foreign cultures, particularly the influx of Greek deities and philosophical ideas, which tested the resilience of the traditional Roman belief system. The book explores the role of influential figures like the pontiffs and augurs, who played a crucial role in shaping religious practices and adapting them to the changing political landscape. Through a meticulous examination of historical events, rituals, and literary sources, this book offers a profound understanding of the Roman religious experience and its enduring legacy. By revealing the dynamic interplay between faith, politics, and social change, the author illuminates the complexities of a civilization that continues to captivate and inspire us today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330509708_0
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