Explore Lemuria, the ancient Roman festival where families appeased vengeful spirits with midnight rituals and whispered chants.
Lemuria: Rome’s Ghost Festival and the Rituals of the Restless Dead
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Roman Religion
Mithraism in Rome: The Mystery Cult that Claimed the Empire’s Elite
Explore how the cult of Mithras spread across the Roman Empire in the 2nd century AD, shaping soldiers’ bonds and elite identities.
Augustus and the Ara Pacis: Rome’s Altar to Peace and Power, 13 BC
In 13 BC, Emperor Augustus laid the foundation of the Ara Pacis in Rome—a monumental altar symbolizing the peace and prosperity brought by his rule and the birth of the Roman Empire.
Julian the Apostate: The Last Pagan Emperor and His Religious Revival
In 361 AD, Emperor Julian sought to restore traditional Roman religion and challenge Christian dominance. Explore his short but bold pagan revival and its lasting impact.
Sacred Vows and Saffron Veils: Roman Wedding Rituals in the 1st Century AD
Uncover the traditions, rituals, and symbolism behind Roman weddings in the 1st century AD, where marriage was a sacred and civic affair.
Processions of the Divine: Roman Religious Ceremonies in the 2nd Century AD
Experience a Roman religious procession of the 2nd century AD—where ritual, power, and spectacle honored the gods in the heart of the empire.
Sacred Vows and Social Contracts: Roman Weddings in the 1st Century AD
Step into a 1st-century Roman wedding and discover how rituals, garments, and ceremonies reflected law, love, and family prestige.
Reading the Stars: Roman Astrologers and the Secrets of the Sky in the 1st Century AD
Explore how Roman astrologers in the 1st century AD used the stars to advise emperors, predict fate, and interpret the cosmos.
Bread and Revelry: Roman Bakeries During the Saturnalia Festival
Discover how Roman bakeries transformed during Saturnalia, blending festive breadmaking, sweet treats, and joyous winter celebrations.
Tying the Roman Knot: Wedding Traditions and Feasts in the 1st Century AD
Discover how Romans celebrated marriage in the 1st century AD, from ritual vows to lavish banquets and symbolic traditions.
