Religion of the Romans

Jorg Rupke,Richard Gordon

ISBN 10: 0745630154 / ISBN 13: 9780745630151

Published by Polity 2007-12-11, 2007

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Religion of the Romans
• Publisher: Polity 2007-12-11
• Publication Date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0745630154
• ISBN 13: 9780745630151
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

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.

About the Author

Jörg Rüpke is Professor of Comparative Religion Studies at the University of Erfurt.