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Life in Ancient Times
Ancient Rome: A City of Immigrants
Examine the multiculturalism that defined Imperial Rome.
Roman Gods and Religion in the Empire
Join archaeologist Darius Arya as he takes you on an immersive journey through the sports and entertainment venues of ancient Rome. From the grandeur of the Circus Maximus to the iconic Colosseum, Arya reveals how these massive structures were not just centers of entertainment but also integral parts of Roman religious and social life.
Roman Gods and Religion in the Empire
Season 1 Episode 7 | 10m 4s | CC
Explore the complex religious life of ancient Rome, where religion played a vital role in the political, social, and personal aspects of people's lives. From the Temple of Jupiter Optimus Maximus in Rome’s port city of Ostia to local shrines and colossal structures like the Pantheon, the ancient Romans worshipped a pantheon of gods, some local and others imported from across the Mediterranean.
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