chapter 2.3 augustus' reign : Augustus the religious leader Flashcards
1
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how did Augustus’ new role help strengthen his public image ?
A
it showed him as very pieus and links him closer to the gods such as Apollo and Julius Caesar (the god)
2
Q
how did he go about creating his image ? (religious)
A
he actively involved himself in religious practices and was a member of all the priestly colleges
3
Q
what did he do in 28BCE in his role as religious leader ?
A
he restored 82 temples
4
Q
who were some of the gods that the temples were dedicated to
A
Jupiter Feretrius ( oversaw contract signing and marriages ) Minerva ( goddess of wisdom ) Mars Ultor ( revenge ) and Apollo
5
Q
what was one way augustus pushed his image as religious leader ?
A
A denarius of him and the 4 priestly colleges
6
Q
what is a denarius ?
A
a silver coin
