A Backdrop to the Development of "Sol Invictus" Cult in Ancient Rome
Even though the ancient solar cult had already appeared back in the days of the Roman Republic, it had to wait for a long time to gain far-reaching importance. However, emperors were fond of increasing the influence of Deus Sol in society, on both political and religious grounds. Initially, they to...
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Editura Universității Adventus
2018-07-01
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| Online Access: | https://publications.uadventus.ro/index.php/thrh/article/view/120 |