A Companion to Roman Religion (repost)
A Companion to Roman Religion by Jorg Rupke
English | ISBN: 1405129433, 1444339249 | 2011 | EPUB | 576 pages | 4,6 MB
English | ISBN: 1405129433, 1444339249 | 2011 | EPUB | 576 pages | 4,6 MB
A comprehensive treatment of the significant symbols and institutions of Roman religion, this companion places the various religious symbols, discourses, and practices, including Judaism and Christianity, into a larger framework to reveal the sprawling landscape of the Roman religion.
An innovative introduction to Roman religion.
Approaches the field with a focus on the human-figures instead of the gods.
Analyzes religious changes from the eighth century BC to the fourth century AD.
Offers the first history of religious motifs on coins and household/everyday utensils.
Presents Roman religion within its cultural, social, and historical contexts.