Temples Flashcards
1
Q
What was often centred around a temple?
A
Interaction with the gods
2
Q
What was a temple?
A
A house where a divine being lived
3
Q
Why did temples have treasuries?
A
To hold gifts that the Romans offered to the gods
4
Q
Who was the architecture of temples inspired by( tall columns, decorative sculptures)
A
The Greeks
5
Q
We’re temples always dedicated to one god/goddess
A
No! Sometimes they were shared
6
Q
Example of shared temple?
A
Temple on capitoline hill was dedicated to Jupiter,juno and minerva
