State Religion Flashcards
1
Q
The Roman ______ religion was a complex system of _______ observances that affected all aspects of _____ and _______ life in _____.
A
The Roman state religion was a complex system of religious observances that affected all aspects of public and private life in Rome.
2
Q
At the heart of Roman religion was the need to keep ____ ____________.
A
At the heart of Roman religion was the need to keep pāx deōrum.
3
Q
What is pax deorum?
A
Peace with the gods
4
Q
What are four ways that the Romans worshipped the gods that looked after Rome?
A
- Sacrifices
- Festivals
- Rituals at temples
- Processions
5
Q
Why might the deity be offended?
A
If not enough people showed up to worship the gods.
6
Q
Romans were __________.
A
Romans were polytheistic.
