Most scientists claim that Romans adopted their gods directly from the Greeks. The reality, however, is more complicated.

Here is the temple of Roma and Augustus, which also figures heavily in Roman religion for the subjects of empire. Local deities specific to a town, modest shrines, colossal temples like the ...

One of the world’s finest private collections of Greco-Roman antiquities is owned by the Torlonias, a wealthy Italian family. It features 622 sculptures, including sarcophagi, statues of deities and ...

Many gods were believed to have taken part in the founding of Rome. All were consulted and honored to make sure that the actions of the state met with divine approval. Roman religion was split in ...

Did the Romans believe in a god? What gods did Romans have? What did Roman soldiers believe in? Why did soldiers worship Mithras? Key words ANITA: The Romans in Scotland; gods and beliefs.