The Religious Life Of Ancient Rome: A Study In The Development Of Religious Consciousness From The Foundation Of The City Until The Death Of Gregory T

By Jesse Benedict Carter

Book Overview

""The Religious Life of Ancient Rome"" is a comprehensive study of the development of religious consciousness in ancient Rome, from the founding of the city to the death of Pope Gregory the Great. Written by Jesse Benedict Carter, this book explores the religious beliefs, practices, and rituals of the ancient Romans, examining how their religious life evolved over time and how it influenced their culture, politics, and society. The author delves into the various gods and goddesses worshipped by the Romans, the role of priests and priestesses, the importance of sacrifices and festivals, and the impact of Christianity on Roman religion. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological evidence, and modern scholarship, Carter provides a detailed and insightful analysis of the religious life of ancient Rome. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, ancient Rome, or the development of Western culture.Chapters Include The Religion Of Superstition And The Decline Of Faith; Religion Of The Early Empire, Constantine And Christianity; Augustine And The City Of God; Benedict And The Ostrogoths, Gregory And The Lombards: The Preparation For The Holy Roman Empire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116292926X
• ISBN13: 9781162929262
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"