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

Local deities specific to a town, modest shrines, colossal temples like the Pantheon, and the With gods imported from all over the Mediterranean, such was the diversity of Roman religion.

Our human history has witnessed hundreds and thousands of deities who have been worshipped by different societies across ...

When the Roman Empire began collapsing, Christianity prevailed and the Roman Catholic Church kept its territories together.

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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 ...

In the shadow of Mt Vesuvius, Pompeii's buried wonders are still emerging. A newly found fresco offers a tantalising glimpse into the vibrant life of the past.

An extremely rare cycle of paintings depicting a raucous ritual involving the god of wine has been unearthed in Pompeii, the ...

The man of God hinged his call on the belief that February 14 which is marked as lovers' day promotes immorality. According to Bishop Ighele, the day is related to Cupid, the Roman god of passion ...