Religio Romana
Religio Romana, or more accurately the religion of ancient Rome, is a polytheistic religion focused on a number of deities which exhibit parts of nature or humanity.
Followers of Religio Romana have historically been called pagans, but this term is considered too generic, and somewhat offensive, to describe the complex religion followed in ancient Rome. The deities of Religio Romana traditionally exhibit human emotions and have complex relationships with one another. Much of Religio Romana is taken directly from Hellenic polytheism, while other facets come from oral tradition and local customs.
Beliefs
Deities
There are many deities in Religio Romana, but the following table contains many of the primary deities and their essential motif or purpose.
God/Goddess | God/Goddess of |
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Apollo | God of the sun, dancing, festivities, archery and music |
Bacchus | God of wine |
Ceres | Goddess of the earth |
Cupid | God of love |
Diana | Goddess of the moon and hunting |
Fortuna | Goddess of luck |
Janus | God of doors |
Juno | Queen of the gods |
Jupiter | King of the gods |
Maia Maiestas | Goddess of growth |
Mars | God of war |
Mercury | Messenger of the gods |
Minerva | Goddess of wisdom |
Neptune | God of the sea |
Pluto | King of the Hades |
Proserpine | Queen of the Hades |
Quirinus | God of defense & the state |
Saturn | God of agriculture |
Uranus | God of the heavens |
Venus | Goddess of love |
Vesta | Goddess of hearth |
Vulcan | God of smithing |
Nations
The following nations have a significant following of Religio Romana within its populace.
- Itinerate Tree Dweller - Roughly 12% of the population.