Roman Empire Historical Facts
Ovid’s Eternal Verses: The Roman Poet of Love, Myth, and Exile
In the vast literary landscape of ancient Rome, Ovid stands as a master of mythological storytelling, love poetry, and exile laments.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
Why did the Roman Empire Fall? An Analysis by Experts
The Roman Empire, once the epitome of strength and stability, began a slow and intricate decline long before its ultimate collapse. This process was influenced by an interplay of internal weaknesses and external pressures, spanning centuries.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Dining with Domitian and the Enigma of Domitian’s Black Dinner
What was like dining with the emperor? What is the famous black dinner of Domitian? What was the meaning behind the black decoration and the macabre settings?
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Ascending to the Divine: The Practice and Meaning of Apotheosis in Ancient Rome
How was apotheosis used as a religious practice, but also as a political tool in ancient Rome? How was it used to solidify dynastic legitimacy and reinforce imperial ideology?
Roman Empire Anecdotes
Sallust: Details on the Historian of Roman Elite and the Republic’s Decline
Sallust, one of Rome’s earliest and most profound historians, offers an intense and critical perspective on the decline of the Roman Republic.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
How Romans Viewed the Greeks: From Conquest to Cultural Fusion
The relationship between Romans and Greeks was complex, shaped by admiration, imitation, and a degree of tension.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Titus Livy: The Story of the Roman Celebrity Historian
Titus Livius, commonly known as Livy, was a Roman historian famous for his work Ab Urbe Condita ("From the Founding of the City"), a monumental history of Rome that spanned from its legendary founding in 753 BC to Livy's contemporary period in AD 9.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
August Super Moon is coming. How did Romans “see” the Moon?
The moon's influence was acknowledged and respected in various aspects of Roman life.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
What were the Funeral Rites and Rituals of Ancient Rome?
Roman funerary practices were deeply rooted in the culture and beliefs of ancient Rome and evolved over time. They were influenced by the Romans' views on the afterlife, social status, and religious rituals.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Flowing Through Time: Tiber River's Journey in Roman History
The Tiber River and Rome are interconnected since the time of the Great Empire and is a point of reference for the Italians today.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
The Eternal Voices: The Top 5 most famous Roman poets
The top 5 most famous poets of ancient Rome, whose words have transcended time.