Roman: Haruspex Flashcards
1
Q
What is the origins of the Haruspex?
A
Etruscan origin
2
Q
What did the Haruspex specialize in ?
A
Reading the entrails of sacrificial animals and was consulted at important sacrifices such as festivals and battles
3
Q
How did a Haruspex carry out their role ?
A
Watch how the animal fell to the ground as ur die
Examine the smoke and flame when the animal was burned at the Altar
Read the entrails of the animal
4
Q
- What was the most important part of reading the entrails for a Haruspex?
- What equipment was used ?
A
- Liver
- A model liver which is a guide to reading it
5
Q
What would a Haruspex check for ?
A
Check it consistency and see if it had any abnormalities such as blood spots on the surface