The Roman Calendar: The Religious and Civil Feasts of Ancient Rome
Caesar Aurelius
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Step into the fascinating world of Ancient Rome with The Roman Calendar: The Religious and Civil Feasts of Ancient Rome. This book explores the rituals, traditions, and cultural significance of Roman festivals from January to December, uncovering the deep connections between daily life, religion, and the cosmos.
📜 Discover the origins and evolution of the Roman calendar
🔥 Explore the sacred feasts and their impact on Roman society
🏺 Learn about key deities like Juno, Mars, and Vesta and their influence on celebrations
🌿 Understand the agricultural and celestial cycles that shaped Roman festivals
🏛 Immerse yourself in public ceremonies, processions, and civic holidays that strengthened Roman identity
From Saturnalia to Lupercalia, from the sacred rites of Vestalia to the martial celebrations of Mars, this book offers a comprehensive guide to the spiritual and social framework that defined Roman civilization. Whether you're a history enthusiast, scholar, or lover of ancient traditions, this journey through Rome's religious and civil feasts will bring the past to life.
Duration - 8h 46m.
Author - Caesar Aurelius.
Narrator - Digital Voice Marcus G.
Published Date - Sunday, 19 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Caesar Aurelius ©.
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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Step into the fascinating world of Ancient Rome with The Roman Calendar: The Religious and Civil Feasts of Ancient Rome. This book explores the rituals, traditions, and cultural significance of Roman festivals from January to December, uncovering the deep connections between daily life, religion, and the cosmos. 📜 Discover the origins and evolution of the Roman calendar 🔥 Explore the sacred feasts and their impact on Roman society 🏺 Learn about key deities like Juno, Mars, and Vesta and their influence on celebrations 🌿 Understand the agricultural and celestial cycles that shaped Roman festivals 🏛 Immerse yourself in public ceremonies, processions, and civic holidays that strengthened Roman identity From Saturnalia to Lupercalia, from the sacred rites of Vestalia to the martial celebrations of Mars, this book offers a comprehensive guide to the spiritual and social framework that defined Roman civilization. Whether you're a history enthusiast, scholar, or lover of ancient traditions, this journey through Rome's religious and civil feasts will bring the past to life. Duration - 8h 46m. Author - Caesar Aurelius. Narrator - Digital Voice Marcus G. Published Date - Sunday, 19 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Caesar Aurelius ©.
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PREFACE
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1.INTRODUCTION
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The Origins of the Roman Calendar
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Sacred Time and Profane Time
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The Protective Deities of the Calendar
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The Integration of Religious and Civil Holidays
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Astronomy and the Agricultural Cycle
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The Rite of the New Year and the Transformation of the Calendar
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2.IANUARIUS
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Devotion to Ianus, God of Passages and New Beginnings
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The Opening Rites of the Roman Year
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Prayers for Peace and Prosperity
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The Meaning of Commencement Gifts
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The Legacy of the Rites of Ianus in the Modern World
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The Role of the Pontiffs and Flamini in the Rites of January
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3.FEBRUARIUS
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Februa: The Ancient Purification Tradition
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The Lares and the Rite of Domestic Purification
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The Function of the Public Rites of Februatio
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The Role of the Vestals in the Rites of Purification
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The Celebration of Good and the Removal of Evil
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Echoes of Roman Purification Rites in Today's Traditions
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4.LUPERCALIA
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Origin and Meaning of Lupercalia
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The Lupercal Cave and the Legend of Romulus and Remus
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The Luperci Procession and Rites of Protection
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The Fertility Run and the Symbols of the Rite
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Sacrifice and the Symbols of Rebirth
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Influences and Transformations of Lupercalia in the Later Ages
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5.MARTIUS
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Mars and the Preparation for War
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The Priesthood of the Salii and the War Songs
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The Arma Ancilia: The Sacred Shields of Mars
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The Ceremonies for Victory and the Protection of Warriors
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The Lustratio and Purification of Weapons
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The Legacy of the Celebrations of Mars in the Roman Warrior Cult
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6.EQUIRIA
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Origin of the Equiria and the Meaning of the Horse
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The Running in the Campus Martius and the Link with Mars
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Roman Knights and Their Role in the Ceremony
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The Rituals of Good Wishes Before the Race
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The Symbology of Speed and the Strategy of Mars
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The Influence of the Equiria on the Success of Bellic Enterprises
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7.APRILIS
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Venus and the Renewal of Life
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The Feast of Veneralia and the Cult of Beauty
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Fertility Rites in Farming Communities
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Ceremonial Dresses and the Dressing of the Goddess
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The Flower Symbol and the Awakening of Nature
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The Impact of the Cult of Venus on Family and Public Life
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8.FORNACALIA
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The Goddess Fornax and the Oven Symbol
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The Meaning of the Fornacalia as a Community Feast
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The Baking Rites and the Sacred Bread Offering
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The Feriae Conceptivae and the Unity of Roman Families
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Bread as a Symbol of Prosperity and Protection
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The Influence of the Fornacalia on Food and Thanksgiving Rites
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9.FLORALIA
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The Cult of Flora and the Rebirth of Spring
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The Floral Games: The Life and Exuberance of the Roman People
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The Layout of the Streets and the Decoration of the City
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The Offerings of Flowers and Fruits to the Goddess
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The Role of Women in Floral Celebrations
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The Floralia in Roman Culture and Legacy in Modern Times
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10.MAIUS
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The Month of Maia and the Goddess of Fertility
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Rites of Protection for the City and its Inhabitants
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The Feast of Lemuria and Offerings to the Ancestors
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Prayers for the Harvest and Crop Security
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The Role of Priests in May Rites
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The Importance of Devotion and Sense of Community
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11.LEMURIA
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Lemuria and the Cult of the Unquiet Dead
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The Ritual of the Nine Beans and Domestic Purification
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Exorcism of Spirits and Songs of Protection
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The Practice of the Confessio and the Atonement of Guilt
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Offerings to the Lares and Ancestor Worship
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The Significance of Lemuria in Roman Funerary Culture
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12.JUNIUS
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Juno Queen and Her Protective Role over the City
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Wedding Rites and the Sacredness of Marriage
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The Cult of Juno Moneta and Economic Prosperity
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Women's Celebrations and the Feast of the Matronalia
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The Role of the Vestals in the June Celebrations
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The Influence of the Cult of Juno on Family Life
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13.VESTALIA
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Vesta: Goddess of the Hearth and Domestic Purity
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The Vestals: Guardians of the Sacred Fire
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The Temple Cleansing Ritual and the Sacredness of Sacred Space
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Spelt Offerings and the Sacred Bread
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The Pilgrimage of Roman Women to the Temple of Vesta
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The Role of Sacred Fire in Roman Culture and Its Legacy
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14.QUINQUATRUS MINORES
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The Goddess Minerva and the Beginning of the Festival of Quinquatrus
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The Rites of Thanksgiving for Craft and Intellectual Skill
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The Importance of Reflection and Spiritual Renewal
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The Purification of the Tools of Labor
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The Offerings of the Masters of Art and Merchants to Minerva
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The Tradition of Quinquatrus Minores in the Schools of Arts and Crafts
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15.JULIUS
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The Feriae Latinae and the Covenant among the Peoples of Latium
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Mount Albano: Sacred Center of the Latin Confederation
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The Sacrifice of the White Bull and the Sharing of the Sacred Meal
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The Rites of Purification and the Games of the Feriae Latinae
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The Importance of Loyalty and Mutual Respect
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The Feriae Latinae as a Model of Covenant in Subsequent Ages
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16.NEPTUNALIA
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Neptune and His Dominion over the Waters
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Aquatic Rites and Prayers for the Protection of the Waters
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The Construction of the Huts and the Celebration of the Banquets
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The Symbology of Boats and Amphorae in the Offerings
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Blessings for Sailors and Travelers
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The Legacy of the Neptunalia and Respect for Water Resources
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17.AUGUSTUS
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The Figure of Augustus and the Origin of the Imperial Cult
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Natalis Augusti Celebrations and National Identity
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The Temple of Augustus and the Sacrifices to the Gens Iulia
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The Feast of the Feriae Augusti and the Beginning of the Festive Month
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The Influence of the Imperial Cult on Civil and Public Life
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The Legacy of the Cult of Augustus in Roman Culture
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18.PORTUNALIA
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Portunus: Deity of Passages and Gates
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The Rite of the Keys and the Symbol of Protected Access
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Ports as Crossroads of Encounter and Exchange
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The Ponte Sublicio and the Cult of Portunus in Rome
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The Incense Offerings and Protective Objects
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The Influence of Portunalia in the Roman Tradition of Protection
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19.SEPTEMBER
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The Month of the Harvest and Gratitude to the Earth Gods
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Thanksgiving Games and Folk Races
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The Cult of Ceres and the Grain Offerings
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Agricultural Processions and the Ritual of Abundance
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The Role of Agrarian Priests and Field Blessings
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The Legacy of Agricultural Celebrations in Roman Culture
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20.OCTOBER EQUUS
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The Meaning of Horse Sacrifice in Roman Culture
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Mars and Renewed Protection over Agricultural Lands
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The Running of the Horse and the Value of Speed as Omen
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The Division of the Horse and the Contention between Wards
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Prayers to Mars and the Blood Fertility Symbol
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The Persistence of the Rite of the October Equus in the Agricultural Tradition
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21.NOVEMBER
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The Feriae Sementivae and the Importance of Winter Sowing
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Ceres and Tellus: The Protecting Goddesses of the Earth
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The Rites of Purification of the Fields and the Blessing of the Seeds
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The Procession of the Peasants and Acknowledgment to the Earth
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The Symbol of Bread as an Augury of Abundance
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The Influence of the Feriae Sementivae in Roman Peasant Culture
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22.SATURNALIA
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Saturn and the Golden Age Myth
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Temporary Freedom: The Flipping of Social Hierarchies
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The Ceremony of the Lighting of the Lucerne and the Triumph of Light
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The Banquets and Public Celebrations of Abundance
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Pine Wreaths and the Meaning of Festive Decorations
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The Legacy of Saturnalia in Modern Traditions
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23.SIGILLARIA
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The Day of Sigillaria and the Concluding Spirit of Generosity
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The Meaning of the Sigilla: Symbolic Gifts and Sacred Objects
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Gifts to Children and the Transmission of Family Tradition
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Seal Craftsmen and the Art of Gift Creation
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The End-of-Year Prayers and Blessings
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The Influence of Sigillaria in the Giving Rites of the Holidays
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24.DIES NATALIS SOLIS INVICTI
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The Sol Invictus and the Symbol of the Rebirth of the Sun
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The Rite of Light and the End of the Dark Season
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The Cult of Mithras and the Link with the Invincible Sun
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The Connection between the Sol Invictus and Imperial Power
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The Celebrations of Light in the Roman Annual Cycle
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The Influence of the Dies Natalis Solis Invicti in Modern Holidays
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25.THE COMPITALIA
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The Lares: Protectors of Crossroads and the Family
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Altars at Crossroads and the Meaning of Community Protection
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Sacrifices and Food Offerings for the Dead
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The Procession of Compitalia and the Rite of Reconciliation
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The Symbols of Life and Death in the Celebrations of the Compitalia
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The Legacy of the Compitalia in Roman Culture and Later Traditions
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26.CONCLUSION
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The Transformation of Roman Feasts through the Centuries
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The Value of Cyclicity and Renewal in Celebrations
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Ancient Rites of Light and Modern Winter Holidays
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The Influence of Ancestor Worship in Commemorative Practices
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The Presence of the Roman Symbols of Abundance and Generosity
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The Spiritual Legacy of the Roman Holidays and Their Cultural Legacy
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POSTFATION
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