Roman and Etruscan Myth Connections: The Forgotten Roots of Roman Religion
Explore how Etruscan religion shaped Roman mythology through divination, fate, household spirits, and sacred ritual long before Greek influence.
Mythic Borrowings From the East: How Rome Absorbed Foreign Gods and Sacred Traditions
A deep exploration of how Roman mythology absorbed Eastern gods, rituals, and cosmology through syncretism, empire, and cultural exchange.
Foreign Gods Adopted by Rome
How Rome absorbed foreign gods from Greece, Egypt, Persia, and beyond to build a diverse and adaptable pantheon.
Cardea: Goddess of Door Hinges and Thresholds
Explore Cardea, the Roman goddess of door hinges and thresholds, her protective powers, rituals, and role in safeguarding households and transitions.
Fauna: Goddess of Prophecy and Healing
Explore Fauna, the Roman goddess of prophecy and healing, known for her visions, natural remedies, and gentle restorative power.
Libitina: Goddess of Funerals and Rites
Explore Libitina, Rome’s goddess of funerals and sacred rites, and discover her role in mourning, burial customs, and the rituals of transition.
Roman vs Greek Syncretism
Discover how Romans blended and reinterpreted Greek gods, myths, and traditions through syncretism, creating a shared yet distinctly Roman religious worldview.
Angerona: Goddess of Silence and Secrets
Discover Angerona, Rome’s goddess of silence and secrets, and explore her rituals, symbolism, and role as a guardian of emotional and civic protection.
The Roman Heavens: Celestial Order
Explore the Roman Heavens and the divine celestial order that shaped Roman religion, omens, and the movements of gods and stars.