The inhabitants of ancient Rome were sure that their life depends on different Gods. Each sphere had its own specific patron. In general, the pantheon of the Roman gods consisted of the most significant figures from both secondary deities and spirits. The Romans erected temples and statues to their gods, and regularly brought gifts and celebrations.
Roman gods
The religions of Ancient Rome are peculiar to polytheism, but among the numerous patrons there are several significant figures:
- The most important ruler is Jupiter . The Romans believed him to be the patron of the storm and storm. He manifested his will by throwing lightning on the ground. It was believed that the place where they fall will become sacred. They asked Jupiter to rain for a good harvest. They considered him a patron of the Roman state.
- The Roman god of war Mars is included in the triad of the gods, who head the Roman pantheon. Initially, he was considered a patron of vegetation. It was to Mars that the gifts of warriors were sacrificed before they went to war, and also thanked him after successful battles. The symbol of this god was a spear - the region. Despite their belligerence, the Romans portrayed Mars in a peaceful pose, arguing that he rests after the battles. Often in his hands he held the statue of the goddess of victory, Nicky.
- The Roman god of healing Asclepius most often seemed an old man with a beard. The main and most famous attribute was the staff that wraps the snake. It is used as a symbol of medicine to this day. Only thanks to his activities and work done, he was awarded immortality. The Romans created a huge number of sculptures and temples dedicated to the god of healing. Asclepius made many discoveries in the field of medicine.
- The Roman god of Liber fertility . He was also considered the patron of winemaking. The most popular among farmers. This holiday is dedicated to this god, which took place on March 17. On this day the youngest boys first put on a toga. The Romans gathered at intersections, put on masks made of bark, and swung the phallus, which was created from flowers.
- The sun god in Roman mythology Apollo was often associated with the life-giving power of the sky. Over time, this god began to ascribe patronage over other spheres of life. For example, in myths Apollo often acts as the representative of many life phenomena. Since he was the brother of the goddess of hunting, he was considered a skilled shooter. The farmers believed that it was Apollo who had the strength to help ripen the bread. For the sailors, he was the god of the sea, who rode on a dolphin.
- God of love in Roman mythology Cupid was considered a symbol of inevitable love and passion. Represented him as a young boy or child with curly hair of golden color. On the back of the Amur were wings, which helped him to move and from any convenient position to hit people. The indispensable attributes of the god of love were the bow and arrows, which could, how to give feelings, and deprive them. On some images, Cupid is presented with blindfolded, and this indicated that love is blind. The golden arrows of the god of love could strike not only ordinary people, but also gods. Amur fell in love with the usual mortal girl Psyche, who passed many tests and eventually became immortal. Cupid is a popular deity, who is used to create various souvenirs.
- The Roman god of the Faun fields was a companion of Dionysus. He was also considered the patron of forests, shepherds and fishermen. He was always cheerful and, together with the nymphs who accompanied him, danced and played the pipe. The Romans considered Faun to be a crafty god who stole children, sent nightmares and illnesses. To the god of fields, dogs and goats were brought. According to the legends Faun taught people to cultivate the land.
This is only a small list of Roman gods, because they are many and they are completely different. Many gods of Ancient Rome and Greece are similar in appearance, behavior, etc.