Mysticism & Signs in Ancient Rome

Mysticism & Signs in Ancient Rome

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From the very beginnings of their city the Romans married “signs” and astrology to religious ceremony and worship of the Gods. Propitiatory or negative signs such as seen in the entrails of sacrificed animals, the movement of snakes and the flight of birds such as geese, eagles or vultures were extremely important and could prove to be decisive elements of government decision.

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