Religion and Rituals

This category focuses on Roman worship practices, sacred rites, and the traditions that defined religious life. It looks at festivals, priesthoods, offerings, and the rules that guided interactions with the gods. Readers can learn how myth and ritual worked together in daily devotion.

Religion and Rituals

The Lupercalia: Ancient Rites of Purification and Fertility

Discover the Lupercalia, Rome’s ancient February festival celebrating fertility, purification, and the primal joy of life.

Religion and Rituals

The Saturnalia: Festival of Joy and Reversal

Explore Saturnalia, Rome’s most joyous festival, where social order vanished, gifts were exchanged, and freedom reigned in honor of Saturn.

Religion and Rituals

The Ludi Romani: Games in Honor of Jupiter

Discover the Ludi Romani, Rome’s grand festival of games and rituals held each September to honor Jupiter, king of the gods.