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Abarimon
Abarimon is the name of a legendary race of people native to a country of the same name.
Abarimon is the name of a legendary race of people native to a country of the same name.
Aborigines (mythology)
The Aborigines in Roman mythology are the oldest inhabitants of central Italy, connected in legendary history with Aeneas, Latinus and Evander.
The Aborigines in Roman mythology are the oldest inhabitants of central Italy, connected in legendary history with Aeneas, Latinus and Evander.
Abundantia
In ancient Roman religion, Abundantia was a divine personification of abundance and prosperity.
In ancient Roman religion, Abundantia was a divine personification of abundance and prosperity.
Acca Larentia
Acca Larentia or Acca Larentina was a mythical woman, later goddess, in Roman mythology whose festival, the Larentalia, was celebrated on December 23.
Acca Larentia or Acca Larentina was a mythical woman, later goddess, in Roman mythology whose festival, the Larentalia, was celebrated on December 23.
Acestes
Acestes or Egestes (Greek ) was, in Roman mythology, the son of the Sicilian river-god Crinisus by a Dardanian or Trojan woman named Egesta or Segesta.
Acestes or Egestes (Greek ) was, in Roman mythology, the son of the Sicilian river-god Crinisus by a Dardanian or Trojan woman named Egesta or Segesta.
Achates
In the Aeneid, Achates was a close friend of Aeneas; his name became a by-word for an intimate companion.
In the Aeneid, Achates was a close friend of Aeneas; his name became a by-word for an intimate companion.
Aeneads
In Roman mythology, the Aeneads (Αἰνειάδες in Greek) were the friends, family and companions of Aeneas, with whom they fled from Troy after the Trojan War.
In Roman mythology, the Aeneads (Αἰνειάδες in Greek) were the friends, family and companions of Aeneas, with whom they fled from Troy after the Trojan War.
Aeneas
In Greco-Roman mythology, Aeneas (; Greek:, Aineías, derived from Greek meaning "to praise") was a Trojan hero, the son of the prince Anchises and the goddess Aphrodite.
In Greco-Roman mythology, Aeneas (; Greek:, Aineías, derived from Greek meaning "to praise") was a Trojan hero, the son of the prince Anchises and the goddess Aphrodite.
Aeneas Silvius
Aeneas Silvius is the son of Silvius, grandson of Ascanius and great-grandson of Aeneas.
Aeneas Silvius is the son of Silvius, grandson of Ascanius and great-grandson of Aeneas.
Aetna (nymph)
Aetna (Greek: ) was in Greek and Roman mythology a Sicilian nymph, and according to Alcimus, a daughter of Uranus and Gaea, or of Briareus.
Aetna (Greek: ) was in Greek and Roman mythology a Sicilian nymph, and according to Alcimus, a daughter of Uranus and Gaea, or of Briareus.
Aetnaeus
Aetnaeus (Greek: ) was an epithet given to several Greek and Roman gods and mythical beings connected with Mount Aetna, such as Zeus, of whom there was a statue on Mount Aetna, and to whom a fes...
Aetnaeus (Greek: ) was an epithet given to several Greek and Roman gods and mythical beings connected with Mount Aetna, such as Zeus, of whom there was a statue on Mount Aetna, and to whom a fes...
Agdistis
Agdistis (Greek: ) was a deity of Greek, Roman and Anatolian mythology, possessing both male and female sexual organs, connected with the Phrygian worship of Attis and Cybele.
Agdistis (Greek: ) was a deity of Greek, Roman and Anatolian mythology, possessing both male and female sexual organs, connected with the Phrygian worship of Attis and Cybele.
Ages of Man
The Ages of Man are the stages of human existence on the Earth according to Greek mythology.
The Ages of Man are the stages of human existence on the Earth according to Greek mythology.
Aius Locutius
Aius Locutius (, spoken affirmation) or Aius Loquens (, speaking affirmation), was a Roman deity or numen associated with the Gallic invasions of Rome during the early 4th century BC.
Aius Locutius (, spoken affirmation) or Aius Loquens (, speaking affirmation), was a Roman deity or numen associated with the Gallic invasions of Rome during the early 4th century BC.
Alba Silvius
Alba Silvius was in Roman mythology the fifth king of Alba Longa.
Alba Silvius was in Roman mythology the fifth king of Alba Longa.
Albunea
Albunea, the Tiburtine Sibyl, was in Roman mythology a prophetic nymph or Sibyl, a naiad who lived in the sulfuric spring near Tibur (Tivoli), with a well and a temple.
Albunea, the Tiburtine Sibyl, was in Roman mythology a prophetic nymph or Sibyl, a naiad who lived in the sulfuric spring near Tibur (Tivoli), with a well and a temple.
Amata
Amata (also called Palanto), in Roman mythology, was the wife of King Latinus of the Latins.
Amata (also called Palanto), in Roman mythology, was the wife of King Latinus of the Latins.
Amphiaraus
In Greek mythology, Amphiaraus (or Amphiaraos, "doubly-cursed" or "twice Ares-like") was the son of Oecles and Hypermnestra, and husband of Eriphyle.
In Greek mythology, Amphiaraus (or Amphiaraos, "doubly-cursed" or "twice Ares-like") was the son of Oecles and Hypermnestra, and husband of Eriphyle.
Amulius
In Roman mythology, Amulius was the brother of Numitor and son of Procas.
In Roman mythology, Amulius was the brother of Numitor and son of Procas.
Ancile
The Ancile, in ancient Rome, is the legendary buckler shield of the god Mars, said to have fallen from heaven, upon Numa Pompilius.
The Ancile, in ancient Rome, is the legendary buckler shield of the god Mars, said to have fallen from heaven, upon Numa Pompilius.
Anguiped
The Anguiped is a divinity that is often found on magical amulets from the Greco-Roman period.
The Anguiped is a divinity that is often found on magical amulets from the Greco-Roman period.
Antinous
Antinous (, Antinoös) (27 November, c. 111 – before 30 October 130 ) was a Bithynian youth and a favourite of the Roman emperor Hadrian.
Antinous (, Antinoös) (27 November, c. 111 – before 30 October 130 ) was a Bithynian youth and a favourite of the Roman emperor Hadrian.
Appias
In Roman mythology, Appias was one of the Crinaeae, a naiad who lived in the Appian Well outside the temple to Venus Genitrix in the Roman Forum.
In Roman mythology, Appias was one of the Crinaeae, a naiad who lived in the Appian Well outside the temple to Venus Genitrix in the Roman Forum.
Aruns (son of Tarquinius Priscus)
Aruns Tarquinius was the son of Lucius Tarquinius Priscus, the semi-legendary fifth king of Rome, and was brother to the seventh and last king, Lucius Tarquinius Superbus.
Aruns Tarquinius was the son of Lucius Tarquinius Priscus, the semi-legendary fifth king of Rome, and was brother to the seventh and last king, Lucius Tarquinius Superbus.
Aruns (son of Tarquinius Superbus)
Aruns was the middle son of Tarquinius Superbus, the last king of Rome.
Aruns was the middle son of Tarquinius Superbus, the last king of Rome.
Athis (mythology)
In Book V of Ovid's mock-epic Metamorphoses, Athis was a youth from India, son of Limnaee, a nymph of the River Ganges.
In Book V of Ovid's mock-epic Metamorphoses, Athis was a youth from India, son of Limnaee, a nymph of the River Ganges.
Atys (king)
Atys, in Roman mythology, was a descendant of Alba and the sixth king of Alba Longa.
Atys, in Roman mythology, was a descendant of Alba and the sixth king of Alba Longa.
Aurora (mythology)
Aurora is the Latin word for dawn, the goddess of dawn in Roman mythology and Latin poetry.
Aurora is the Latin word for dawn, the goddess of dawn in Roman mythology and Latin poetry.
Aventinus of Alba Longa
Aventinus, one of the mythical kings of Alba Longa, who was buried on the Aventine Hill later named after him.
Aventinus, one of the mythical kings of Alba Longa, who was buried on the Aventine Hill later named after him.
Avernus
Avernus was an ancient name for a crater near Cumae (Cuma), Italy, in the Region of Campania west of Naples.
Avernus was an ancient name for a crater near Cumae (Cuma), Italy, in the Region of Campania west of Naples.
Baltia
Baltia or Basilia is a legendary island in Greek mythology, said to be in northern Europe.
Baltia or Basilia is a legendary island in Greek mythology, said to be in northern Europe.
Blemmyes (legendary creatures)
The Blemmyes was a tribe which became fictionalized as a race of creatures believed to be acephalous monsters who had eyes and mouths on their chest.
The Blemmyes was a tribe which became fictionalized as a race of creatures believed to be acephalous monsters who had eyes and mouths on their chest.
Caca (mythology)
In ancient Roman religion and myth, Caca is the sister of Cacus, the son of Vulcan who stole cattle from Hercules during the course of his western labors.
In ancient Roman religion and myth, Caca is the sister of Cacus, the son of Vulcan who stole cattle from Hercules during the course of his western labors.
Cacus
In Roman mythology, Cacus was a fire-breathing giant and the son of Vulcan, he was killed by Hercules after terrorizing Palatine Hill in Italy.
In Roman mythology, Cacus was a fire-breathing giant and the son of Vulcan, he was killed by Hercules after terrorizing Palatine Hill in Italy.
Caecina Paetus
Caecina Paetus was condemned to death on a charge of disloyalty by the emperor Claudius in 42 AD. He chose to commit suicide rather than face the emperor's wrath.
Caecina Paetus was condemned to death on a charge of disloyalty by the emperor Claudius in 42 AD. He chose to commit suicide rather than face the emperor's wrath.
Caeculus
In Roman mythology, Caeculus (meaning "little blind boy", from caecus "blind")) was a son of Vulcan, and the legendary founder of Praeneste (modern Palestrina).
In Roman mythology, Caeculus (meaning "little blind boy", from caecus "blind")) was a son of Vulcan, and the legendary founder of Praeneste (modern Palestrina).
Caieta
In Roman mythology, Caieta was the wet-nurse of Aeneas.
In Roman mythology, Caieta was the wet-nurse of Aeneas.
Camilla (mythology)
In Roman mythology, Camilla of the Volsci was the daughter of King Metabus and Casmilla.
In Roman mythology, Camilla of the Volsci was the daughter of King Metabus and Casmilla.
Canens (mythology)
In Roman mythology, Canens was the personification of song.
In Roman mythology, Canens was the personification of song.
Capetus
Capetus or Capetus Silvius (Căpĕtŭs Sĭluĭŭs) was a descendant of Aeneas and one of the legendary Latin kings of Alba Longa.
Capetus or Capetus Silvius (Căpĕtŭs Sĭluĭŭs) was a descendant of Aeneas and one of the legendary Latin kings of Alba Longa.
Carmen (verse)
In Ancient Rome, the term "carmen" was generally used to signify a verse; but in its proper sense, it referred to a spell or prayer, form of expiation, execration, etc.
In Ancient Rome, the term "carmen" was generally used to signify a verse; but in its proper sense, it referred to a spell or prayer, form of expiation, execration, etc.
Carmentalia
Carmentalia was the feast day (11 January to 15 January) of the Roman goddess Carmenta, an ancient oracle who later was deified by the Romans.
Carmentalia was the feast day (11 January to 15 January) of the Roman goddess Carmenta, an ancient oracle who later was deified by the Romans.
Casa Romuli
The casa Romuli ("hut of Romulus"), also known as the tugurium Romuli, was the reputed dwelling-place of the legendary founder and first king of Rome, Romulus (traditional dates 77...
The casa Romuli ("hut of Romulus"), also known as the tugurium Romuli, was the reputed dwelling-place of the legendary founder and first king of Rome, Romulus (traditional dates 77...
Celaeno
In Greek mythology, Celaeno (; sometimes Calaeno, Celeno or Kelaino from Κελαινώ, lit.
In Greek mythology, Celaeno (; sometimes Calaeno, Celeno or Kelaino from Κελαινώ, lit.
Centaur
In Greek mythology, a centaur or hippocentaur is a member of a composite race of creatures, part human and part horse.
In Greek mythology, a centaur or hippocentaur is a member of a composite race of creatures, part human and part horse.
Centaurus (Greek mythology)
Centaurus is the father of the race of mythological beasts known as the centaurs or Ixionidae.
Centaurus is the father of the race of mythological beasts known as the centaurs or Ixionidae.
Charon's obol
Charon's obol is an allusive term for the coin placed in or on the mouth of a dead person before burial.
Charon's obol is an allusive term for the coin placed in or on the mouth of a dead person before burial.
Classical mythology
Classical mythology or Greco-Roman mythology is the cultural reception of myths from the ancient Greeks and Romans.
Classical mythology or Greco-Roman mythology is the cultural reception of myths from the ancient Greeks and Romans.
Clementia
In Roman mythology, Clementia was the goddess of forgiveness and mercy.
In Roman mythology, Clementia was the goddess of forgiveness and mercy.
Collatina
In Roman mythology, Collatina was the goddess of hills (cf.
In Roman mythology, Collatina was the goddess of hills (cf.
Crinisus
Crinisus was a god in Roman mythology.
Crinisus was a god in Roman mythology.
Cumaean Sibyl
The ageless Cumaean Sibyl was the priestess presiding over the Apollonian oracle at Cumae, a Greek colony located near Naples, Italy.
The ageless Cumaean Sibyl was the priestess presiding over the Apollonian oracle at Cumae, a Greek colony located near Naples, Italy.
De Divinatione
Cicero's De Divinatione is a philosophical treatise in two books written in 44 BC. It takes the form of a dialogue whose interlocutors are Cicero and his brother Quintus.
Cicero's De Divinatione is a philosophical treatise in two books written in 44 BC. It takes the form of a dialogue whose interlocutors are Cicero and his brother Quintus.
Decima (mythology)
In Roman mythology, Decima was one of the Parcae, or the Fates.
In Roman mythology, Decima was one of the Parcae, or the Fates.
Di indigetes
In Georg Wissowa's terminology the di indigetes or indigites were Roman deities and spirits not adopted from other mythologies, as distinguished from the di novensides.
In Georg Wissowa's terminology the di indigetes or indigites were Roman deities and spirits not adopted from other mythologies, as distinguished from the di novensides.
Diana Nemorensis
Diana Nemorensis, "Diana of Nemi" also known as “Diana of the Wood”, was an Italic form of the goddess who became Hellenised during the fourth century BCE and conflated with Artemis.
Diana Nemorensis, "Diana of Nemi" also known as “Diana of the Wood”, was an Italic form of the goddess who became Hellenised during the fourth century BCE and conflated with Artemis.
Double Heroides
The Double Heroides are a set of six epistolary poems allegedly composed by Ovid in Latin elegiac couplets, following the fifteen poems of his Heroides, and numbered 16 to 21 in modern s...
The Double Heroides are a set of six epistolary poems allegedly composed by Ovid in Latin elegiac couplets, following the fifteen poems of his Heroides, and numbered 16 to 21 in modern s...
Entoria
In Roman mythology, Entoria was the daughter of a Roman countryman.
In Roman mythology, Entoria was the daughter of a Roman countryman.
Faun
The faun (also phaunos or faunus) is a rustic forest god or place-spirit (genii) of Roman mythology often associated with Greek satyrs and the Greek god Pan.
The faun (also phaunos or faunus) is a rustic forest god or place-spirit (genii) of Roman mythology often associated with Greek satyrs and the Greek god Pan.
Faunus
In ancient Roman religion and myth, Faunus was the horned god of the forest, plains and fields; when he made cattle fertile he was called Inuus.
In ancient Roman religion and myth, Faunus was the horned god of the forest, plains and fields; when he made cattle fertile he was called Inuus.
Ficus Ruminalis
The Ficus Ruminalis was a wild fig tree on the Palatine Hill in ancient Rome near the Lupercal on the Palatine.
The Ficus Ruminalis was a wild fig tree on the Palatine Hill in ancient Rome near the Lupercal on the Palatine.
Founding of Rome
The founding of Rome can be investigated through archaeology, but traditional stories handed down by the ancient Romans themselves explain the earliest history of their city in terms of legend a...
The founding of Rome can be investigated through archaeology, but traditional stories handed down by the ancient Romans themselves explain the earliest history of their city in terms of legend a...
Fulgora (mythology)
In Roman mythology, Fulgora was the female personification of lightning.
In Roman mythology, Fulgora was the female personification of lightning.
Galanthis
In Greek mythology, Galanthis or Galinthias was the woman who destroyed Hera's plan to make Eurystheus be born before Heracles by hindering the latter's birth, and was changed into a wease...
In Greek mythology, Galanthis or Galinthias was the woman who destroyed Hera's plan to make Eurystheus be born before Heracles by hindering the latter's birth, and was changed into a wease...
Gates of hell
The gates of hell are various locations on the surface of world that have acquired a legendary reputation for being entrances to the underworld.
The gates of hell are various locations on the surface of world that have acquired a legendary reputation for being entrances to the underworld.
Graecus
Graecus or Græcus (Ancient Greek: ) was, according to Hesiod's "Eoiae" (Ηοίαι) or Catalogue of Women on the origin of the Greeks, the son of Pandora II and Zeus.
Graecus or Græcus (Ancient Greek: ) was, according to Hesiod's "Eoiae" (Ηοίαι) or Catalogue of Women on the origin of the Greeks, the son of Pandora II and Zeus.
Heliopolitan Triad
The cult of the Heliopolitan Triad was Phoenician in essence but the Romans adopted it when they conquered the city of Baalbeck in the Beqaa Valley of Lebanon.
The cult of the Heliopolitan Triad was Phoenician in essence but the Romans adopted it when they conquered the city of Baalbeck in the Beqaa Valley of Lebanon.
Hermaphroditus
In Greek mythology, Hermaphroditus or Hermaphroditos was the child of Aphrodite and Hermes.
In Greek mythology, Hermaphroditus or Hermaphroditos was the child of Aphrodite and Hermes.
Heroides
The Heroides, or Epistulae Heroidum, are a collection of fifteen epistolary poems composed by Ovid in Latin elegiac couplets, and presented as though written by a selection of aggr...
The Heroides, or Epistulae Heroidum, are a collection of fifteen epistolary poems composed by Ovid in Latin elegiac couplets, and presented as though written by a selection of aggr...
Hippopodes
The Hippopodes in Medieval bestiaries were a race of humanoids with horses' hooves.
The Hippopodes in Medieval bestiaries were a race of humanoids with horses' hooves.
Horatius Cocles
Publius Horatius Cocles was an officer in the army of the ancient Roman Republic who famously defended the Pons Sublicius from the invading army of Lars Porsena, king of Clusium in the late 6th...
Publius Horatius Cocles was an officer in the army of the ancient Roman Republic who famously defended the Pons Sublicius from the invading army of Lars Porsena, king of Clusium in the late 6th...
Hostilina
In Roman mythology, Hostilina was a minor agricultural goddess, who was responsible for making ears of the corn even.
In Roman mythology, Hostilina was a minor agricultural goddess, who was responsible for making ears of the corn even.
Hostius Hostilius
Hostius Hostilius was a mythical Roman soldier that fought under Romulus.
Hostius Hostilius was a mythical Roman soldier that fought under Romulus.
Hostus Hostilius
Hostus Hostilius was a nobleman of Ancient Rome during the reign of king Romulus.
Hostus Hostilius was a nobleman of Ancient Rome during the reign of king Romulus.
Household deity
A household deity is a deity or spirit that protects the home, looking after the entire household or certain key members.
A household deity is a deity or spirit that protects the home, looking after the entire household or certain key members.
Intercidona
Intercidona was a minor Roman numen or goddess, one of three (along with Pilumnus and Deverra) invoked to protect women giving birth.
Intercidona was a minor Roman numen or goddess, one of three (along with Pilumnus and Deverra) invoked to protect women giving birth.
Interpretatio graeca
Interpretatio graeca is a Latin term for the common tendency of ancient Greek writers to equate foreign divinities to members of their own pantheon.
Interpretatio graeca is a Latin term for the common tendency of ancient Greek writers to equate foreign divinities to members of their own pantheon.
Italus
Italus or Italos was a legendary king of the Oenotrians, who were among the earliest inhabitants of Italy.
Italus or Italos was a legendary king of the Oenotrians, who were among the earliest inhabitants of Italy.
Jugatinus
In Roman mythology, Jugatinus was the god of mountain ranges.
In Roman mythology, Jugatinus was the god of mountain ranges.
Juno Februata
A festival said to be of Juno Februata or Juno Februa, though it does not appear in Ovid's Fasti was described by Alban Butler, famous as the author of Butler's Lives of Saints, w...
A festival said to be of Juno Februata or Juno Februa, though it does not appear in Ovid's Fasti was described by Alban Butler, famous as the author of Butler's Lives of Saints, w...
Lacus Curtius
The Lacus Curtius is a mysterious hole in the ground in the Roman Forum, now small, more or less filled in and paved over with ancient stone, but once said to have been a widening chasm.
The Lacus Curtius is a mysterious hole in the ground in the Roman Forum, now small, more or less filled in and paved over with ancient stone, but once said to have been a widening chasm.
Lake of Cutilia
Lake Cutiliensis (modern Lago di Condigliano) is a lake near Reate (Rieti.
Lake Cutiliensis (modern Lago di Condigliano) is a lake near Reate (Rieti.
Lares Familiares
Lares Familiares ("Family Guardians" in Latin) were household tutelary deities of ancient Roman religion.
Lares Familiares ("Family Guardians" in Latin) were household tutelary deities of ancient Roman religion.
Larunda
Larunda (also Larunde, Laranda, Lara) was a naiad nymph, daughter of the river Almo in Ovid's Fasti.
Larunda (also Larunde, Laranda, Lara) was a naiad nymph, daughter of the river Almo in Ovid's Fasti.
Latinus Silvius
Latinius Silvius was the fourth descendant of Aeneas and fourth king of Alba Longa.
Latinius Silvius was the fourth descendant of Aeneas and fourth king of Alba Longa.
Lavinia
In Roman mythology, Lavinia (Lāuīnĭa) was the daughter of Latinus and Amata and the wife of Aeneas.
In Roman mythology, Lavinia (Lāuīnĭa) was the daughter of Latinus and Amata and the wife of Aeneas.
Limentinus
Limentinus is the Roman God whose responsibility was to protect the threshold of the house.
Limentinus is the Roman God whose responsibility was to protect the threshold of the house.
Lupercal
The Lupercal (lupa, Latin for she-wolf) is a cave at the foot of the Palatine Hill in Rome, between the Temple of Apollo Palatinus and the Basilica of Santa Anastasia.
The Lupercal (lupa, Latin for she-wolf) is a cave at the foot of the Palatine Hill in Rome, between the Temple of Apollo Palatinus and the Basilica of Santa Anastasia.
Lusus
Lusus is the supposed son or companion of Bacchus, the Roman god of wine and divine madness, to whom Portuguese national mythology attributed the foundation of ancient Lusitania and the fatherho...
Lusus is the supposed son or companion of Bacchus, the Roman god of wine and divine madness, to whom Portuguese national mythology attributed the foundation of ancient Lusitania and the fatherho...
Maia (mythology)
In Greek mythology, Maia ( or ; Μαῖα; Maia) is one of the Pleiades and the mother of Hermes.
In Greek mythology, Maia ( or ; Μαῖα; Maia) is one of the Pleiades and the mother of Hermes.
Marica (mythology)
In Roman mythology, Marica was a nymph, the mother of Latinus.
In Roman mythology, Marica was a nymph, the mother of Latinus.
Mars symbol
The Mars symbol is a depiction of a circle with an arrow emerging from it, pointing at at angle to the upper right.
The Mars symbol is a depiction of a circle with an arrow emerging from it, pointing at at angle to the upper right.
Mater Matuta
Mater Matuta was an indigenous Roman goddess, whom the Romans eventually made equivalent to the dawn goddess Aurora, and the Greek goddess Eos.
Mater Matuta was an indigenous Roman goddess, whom the Romans eventually made equivalent to the dawn goddess Aurora, and the Greek goddess Eos.
Mefitis
In Roman mythology, Mefitis (or Mephitis) was the personification of the poisonous gases emitted from the ground in swamps and volcanic vapors.
In Roman mythology, Mefitis (or Mephitis) was the personification of the poisonous gases emitted from the ground in swamps and volcanic vapors.
Mena (mythology)
Mena (also spelled Menes, Meni, or Min) It is alleged that in Roman mythology, Mena was the goddess of menstruation.
Mena (also spelled Menes, Meni, or Min) It is alleged that in Roman mythology, Mena was the goddess of menstruation.
Mens
In Roman mythology, Mens, also known as Bona Mens or Mens Bona (Latin for "Good Mind"), was the personification of thought, consciousness and the mind, and also of "right-thinking".
In Roman mythology, Mens, also known as Bona Mens or Mens Bona (Latin for "Good Mind"), was the personification of thought, consciousness and the mind, and also of "right-thinking".
Metamorphoses
Metamorphoses (from the Greek, "transformations") is a Latin narrative poem in fifteen books by the Roman poet Ovid, describing the history of the world from its creation to the deification ...
Metamorphoses (from the Greek, "transformations") is a Latin narrative poem in fifteen books by the Roman poet Ovid, describing the history of the world from its creation to the deification ...
Mnestheus
Mnestheus is a character from Roman mythology, found in Virgil's Aeneid.
Mnestheus is a character from Roman mythology, found in Virgil's Aeneid.
Moneta
In Roman mythology, Moneta (Latin Monēta) was a title given to two separate goddesses: the goddess of memory (identified with the Greek goddess Mnemosyne) and an epithet of Juno, called ...
In Roman mythology, Moneta (Latin Monēta) was a title given to two separate goddesses: the goddess of memory (identified with the Greek goddess Mnemosyne) and an epithet of Juno, called ...
Mors (mythology)
In ancient Roman myth and literature, Mors is the personification of death equivalent to the Greek Thánatos.
In ancient Roman myth and literature, Mors is the personification of death equivalent to the Greek Thánatos.
Morta (mythology)
In Roman mythology, Morta was the goddess of death.
In Roman mythology, Morta was the goddess of death.
Mount Sapo
Mount Sapo is a fictional mountain supposed to exist somewhere near Rome, presumably in Italy.
Mount Sapo is a fictional mountain supposed to exist somewhere near Rome, presumably in Italy.
Naiad
In Greek mythology, the Naiads or Naiades were a type of nymph who presided over fountains, wells, springs, streams, and brooks.
In Greek mythology, the Naiads or Naiades were a type of nymph who presided over fountains, wells, springs, streams, and brooks.
Nascio
In Roman mythology, Nascio was one of many goddesses of birth, and a protector of infants.
In Roman mythology, Nascio was one of many goddesses of birth, and a protector of infants.
Nemestrinus
In Roman mythology, Nemestrinus was a god of the forests and woods.
In Roman mythology, Nemestrinus was a god of the forests and woods.
Nerio
In ancient Roman religion and myth, Nerio was an ancient war goddess and the personification of valor.
In ancient Roman religion and myth, Nerio was an ancient war goddess and the personification of valor.
Nisus and Euryalus
Nisus and Euryalus are a pair of friends serving under Aeneas in the Aeneid, the Augustan epic by Vergil.
Nisus and Euryalus are a pair of friends serving under Aeneas in the Aeneid, the Augustan epic by Vergil.
Numitor
In Roman mythology, King Numitor of Alba Longa, son of Procas, descendant of Aeneas the Trojan, was the father of Rhea Silvia.
In Roman mythology, King Numitor of Alba Longa, son of Procas, descendant of Aeneas the Trojan, was the father of Rhea Silvia.
Nymphaeum
A nymphaeum or nymphaion (νυμφαίον), in ancient Greece and Rome, was a monument consecrated to the nymphs, especially those of springs.
A nymphaeum or nymphaion (νυμφαίον), in ancient Greece and Rome, was a monument consecrated to the nymphs, especially those of springs.
Oceanid
In Greek mythology and, later, Roman mythology, the Oceanids were the three thousand daughters of the Titans Oceanus and Tethys.
In Greek mythology and, later, Roman mythology, the Oceanids were the three thousand daughters of the Titans Oceanus and Tethys.
Ocnus
In Greek and Roman mythology, Ocnus or Bianor was a son of Manto and Tiberinus.
In Greek and Roman mythology, Ocnus or Bianor was a son of Manto and Tiberinus.
Oeonae
Oeonae or Oönæ were a mythical human race, said to subsist exclusively on birds' eggs and oats, and sharing an island with the Panotti and Hippopodes.
Oeonae or Oönæ were a mythical human race, said to subsist exclusively on birds' eggs and oats, and sharing an island with the Panotti and Hippopodes.
Onocentaur
Onocentaur (, from - Onokéntauroi) is an animal from Medieval bestiaries, similar to the centaur, but part human, part donkey.
Onocentaur (, from - Onokéntauroi) is an animal from Medieval bestiaries, similar to the centaur, but part human, part donkey.
Oscilla
Oscilla, a word applied in Latin usage to small figures, most commonly masks or faces, which were hung up as offerings to various deities, either for propitiation or expiation, and in connection...
Oscilla, a word applied in Latin usage to small figures, most commonly masks or faces, which were hung up as offerings to various deities, either for propitiation or expiation, and in connection...
Palici
The Palici (Παλικοί in Greek), or Palaci, were a pair of indigenous Sicilian chthonic deities in Roman mythology, and to a lesser extent in Greek mythology.
The Palici (Παλικοί in Greek), or Palaci, were a pair of indigenous Sicilian chthonic deities in Roman mythology, and to a lesser extent in Greek mythology.
Palinurus
Palinurus, in Roman mythology and especially Virgil's Aeneid, is the helmsman of Aeneas's ship.
Palinurus, in Roman mythology and especially Virgil's Aeneid, is the helmsman of Aeneas's ship.
Palladium (mythology)
In Greek and Roman mythology, a palladium or palladion was an image of great antiquity on which the safety of a city was said to depend.
In Greek and Roman mythology, a palladium or palladion was an image of great antiquity on which the safety of a city was said to depend.
Palus Caprae
The Palus Caprae (or Capreae) was a site within the Campus Martius in ancient Rome.
The Palus Caprae (or Capreae) was a site within the Campus Martius in ancient Rome.
Panotti
The Panotii (also Panotti and Panotioi, from the Greek words πᾶν and οὖς for "all ears") were a mythical human race, described as possessing large ears that covered their entire bodies.
The Panotii (also Panotti and Panotioi, from the Greek words πᾶν and οὖς for "all ears") were a mythical human race, described as possessing large ears that covered their entire bodies.
Parcae
In ancient Roman religion and myth, the Parcae were the female personifications of destiny, often called The Fates in English.
In ancient Roman religion and myth, the Parcae were the female personifications of destiny, often called The Fates in English.
Pergamea
Pergamea was the city that Aeneas and his crew began to found in the Aeneid on the island of Crete.
Pergamea was the city that Aeneas and his crew began to found in the Aeneid on the island of Crete.
Picus
In Roman mythology, Picus was the first king of Latium.
In Roman mythology, Picus was the first king of Latium.
Polydorus (son of Priam)
Polydorus (Polydoros) is the youngest son of Priam and Hecuba in the mythology of the Trojan War.
Polydorus (Polydoros) is the youngest son of Priam and Hecuba in the mythology of the Trojan War.
Porus (mythology)
There are two related mythological figures named Porus in Greek classical literature.
There are two related mythological figures named Porus in Greek classical literature.
Potamides (mythology)
Potamides, also called potameides (Greek: ΠοταμηΓδες), were a type of water nymphs of Greco-Roman mythology.
Potamides, also called potameides (Greek: ΠοταμηΓδες), were a type of water nymphs of Greco-Roman mythology.
Procas
Procas or Proca was one of the Latin kings of Alba Longa in the mythic tradition of the founding of Rome.
Procas or Proca was one of the Latin kings of Alba Longa in the mythic tradition of the founding of Rome.
Pyramus and Thisbe
Pyramus and Thisbe are two characters of Roman mythology, whose love story of ill-fated lovers is also a sentimental romance.
Pyramus and Thisbe are two characters of Roman mythology, whose love story of ill-fated lovers is also a sentimental romance.
Quirinus
In Roman mythology and religion, Quirinus is an early god of the Roman state.
In Roman mythology and religion, Quirinus is an early god of the Roman state.
Quiritis
Quiritis was a Sabine (pre-Roman) goddess of motherhood.
Quiritis was a Sabine (pre-Roman) goddess of motherhood.
Rederator
In Roman mythology, Rederator was the god of the second ploughing.
In Roman mythology, Rederator was the god of the second ploughing.
Rhea Silvia
Rhea Silvia (also written as Rea Silvia), and also known as Ilia, was the mythical mother of the twins Romulus and Remus, who founded the city of Rome.
Rhea Silvia (also written as Rea Silvia), and also known as Ilia, was the mythical mother of the twins Romulus and Remus, who founded the city of Rome.
Ripheus
Ripheus (also Rifeo and Rupheo) was a Trojan hero and the name of a figure from the Aeneid of Virgil.
Ripheus (also Rifeo and Rupheo) was a Trojan hero and the name of a figure from the Aeneid of Virgil.
Roma (mythology)
In traditional Roman religion, Roma was a female deity who personified the city of Rome and more broadly, the Roman state.
In traditional Roman religion, Roma was a female deity who personified the city of Rome and more broadly, the Roman state.
Roman Charity
Roman Charity (or Carità Romana) is the exemplary story of a daughter, Pero, who secretly breastfeeds her father, Cimon, after he is incarcerated and sentenced to death by starvation.
Roman Charity (or Carità Romana) is the exemplary story of a daughter, Pero, who secretly breastfeeds her father, Cimon, after he is incarcerated and sentenced to death by starvation.
Roman mythology
Roman mythology is the body of traditional stories pertaining to ancient Rome's legendary origins and religious system, as represented in the literature and visual arts of the Romans.
Roman mythology is the body of traditional stories pertaining to ancient Rome's legendary origins and religious system, as represented in the literature and visual arts of the Romans.
Romulus and Remus
Romulus and Remus are the twin brothers and central characters of Rome's foundation myth.
Romulus and Remus are the twin brothers and central characters of Rome's foundation myth.
Romulus Silvius
Romulus Silvius was a descendant of Aeneas and a king of Alba Longa.
Romulus Silvius was a descendant of Aeneas and a king of Alba Longa.
Sabus
Sabus is a character in the mythology of the Sabines of Italy, the son of the god Sancus (called by some Jupiter Fidius).
Sabus is a character in the mythology of the Sabines of Italy, the son of the god Sancus (called by some Jupiter Fidius).
Sacred fire of Vesta
The sacred fire of Vesta was an instance of a holy fire in Ancient Rome.
The sacred fire of Vesta was an instance of a holy fire in Ancient Rome.
Satyr
In Greek mythology, satyrs (UK:, ) are a troop of male companions of Pan and Dionysus — "satyresses" were a late invention of poets — that roamed the woods and mountains.
In Greek mythology, satyrs (UK:, ) are a troop of male companions of Pan and Dionysus — "satyresses" were a late invention of poets — that roamed the woods and mountains.
Senius
Senius was the son of Remus, brother of Aschius and legendary founder of Siena, Italy.
Senius was the son of Remus, brother of Aschius and legendary founder of Siena, Italy.
Sergestus
In Greco-Roman mythology, Sergestus was a friend of Aeneas.
In Greco-Roman mythology, Sergestus was a friend of Aeneas.
Sibylline Books
The Sibylline Books or Libri Sibyllini were a collection of oracular utterances, set out in Greek hexameters, purchased from a sibyl by the last king of Rome, Tarquinius Superbus, and consul...
The Sibylline Books or Libri Sibyllini were a collection of oracular utterances, set out in Greek hexameters, purchased from a sibyl by the last king of Rome, Tarquinius Superbus, and consul...
Silvanus (mythology)
Silvanus (Latin: "of the woods") was a Roman tutelary deity of woods and fields.
Silvanus (Latin: "of the woods") was a Roman tutelary deity of woods and fields.
Silvius (mythology)
In Roman mythology, Silvius was either the son of Aeneas and Lavinia or the son of Ascanius.
In Roman mythology, Silvius was either the son of Aeneas and Lavinia or the son of Ascanius.
Tarpeia
In Roman mythology, Tarpeia was a Roman maiden who betrayed the city of Rome to the Sabines in exchange for what she thought would be a reward of jewellery.
In Roman mythology, Tarpeia was a Roman maiden who betrayed the city of Rome to the Sabines in exchange for what she thought would be a reward of jewellery.
Tarutius
In Roman mythology, Tarutius or Tarrutius was a wealthy merchant married to Acca Larentia.
In Roman mythology, Tarutius or Tarrutius was a wealthy merchant married to Acca Larentia.
Telegonus
In Greek mythology, Telegonus was the youngest son of Circe and Odysseus.
In Greek mythology, Telegonus was the youngest son of Circe and Odysseus.
The Golden Bough (mythology)
The Golden Bough is one of the episodic tales written in the epic Aeneid, book VI, by ancient Roman poet Vergil, which narrates the adventures of the Trojan hero Aeneas after the Trojan War.
The Golden Bough is one of the episodic tales written in the epic Aeneid, book VI, by ancient Roman poet Vergil, which narrates the adventures of the Trojan hero Aeneas after the Trojan War.
Tiberinus Silvius
Tiberinus was the ninth king of Alba Longa, according to the traditional history of the city handed down by Titus Livius.
Tiberinus was the ninth king of Alba Longa, according to the traditional history of the city handed down by Titus Livius.
Titus Tarquinius
Titus was the eldest son of Lucius Tarquinius Superbus, the last king of Rome.
Titus was the eldest son of Lucius Tarquinius Superbus, the last king of Rome.
Trivia (mythology)
Trivia means "three ways." In Latin, ‘trivialis’ appertained to the crossroads where three roads meet.
Trivia means "three ways." In Latin, ‘trivialis’ appertained to the crossroads where three roads meet.
Turnus
In Virgil's Aeneid, Turnus was the King of the Rutuli, and the chief antagonist of the hero Aeneas.
In Virgil's Aeneid, Turnus was the King of the Rutuli, and the chief antagonist of the hero Aeneas.
Vallonia (mythology)
In Roman mythology, Vallonia was the goddess of valleys (cf.
In Roman mythology, Vallonia was the goddess of valleys (cf.
Verginia
Verginia, or Virginia, was the subject of a story of Ancient Rome, related in Livy's Ab Urbe Condita.
Verginia, or Virginia, was the subject of a story of Ancient Rome, related in Livy's Ab Urbe Condita.
Vervactor
In Roman mythology, Vervactor was the god of the first ploughing.
In Roman mythology, Vervactor was the god of the first ploughing.
Vitumnus
In Roman mythology, Vitumnus was the god who granted life to fetuses in utero.
In Roman mythology, Vitumnus was the god who granted life to fetuses in utero.
Voluptas
In Roman mythology, Voluptas or Volupta was the beautiful daughter born from the union of Cupid and Psyche.
In Roman mythology, Voluptas or Volupta was the beautiful daughter born from the union of Cupid and Psyche.
Volutina
In Roman mythology, Volutina was a minor agricultural goddess, who presided over the envelopes (Latin involumenta) of follicles of crops.
In Roman mythology, Volutina was a minor agricultural goddess, who presided over the envelopes (Latin involumenta) of follicles of crops.