chapter 2.3 augustus' reign : the dawn of a new golden age Flashcards
what was Augustus whole goal in campaigning a new golden age ?
to help improve the way people saw each other and prevent revolts and disorder
what is the ‘golden age’ ?
the golden age as written by Hesiod is a race of man who lived amongst hero’s and gods and lived with plenty in peace
when did Augustus announce the start of the golden age ?
17BCE
what are the sybiline books ?
a collection of the prophecies of the Sybil , kept by the Quindecimviri ( 15 priests that would translate the Greek verses to Latin
who supposedly ordained the golden age ?
the gods - not Augustus
what are the Ludi Saeculares abd what did they consist of ?
a religious festival that lasted over 3 days and nights in honour of the gods with sacrifices and entertainment of all kinds
what sources link to the message of the golden age?
Carmen Seculare - Horace
Odes 4.15 - Horace
