Much like similar derogatory titles “siren” and “fury”, the term “harpy” is derived from a group of monstrous female figures ...

Did the Romans believe in a god? What gods did Romans have? What did Roman soldiers believe in? Why did soldiers worship Mithras? Key words ANITA: The Romans in Scotland; gods and beliefs.

Many gods were believed to have taken part in the founding of Rome. All were consulted and honored to make sure that the actions of the state met with divine approval. Roman religion was split in ...

The citizens of the Roman empire and, within certain limits, even its rulers were extremely tolerant of foreign gods. The oldest and most accepted group of foreign deities were the gods of ancient ...

it is disproven by the existence and omnipresence of a uniquely Roman god called Janus. Usually seen as just the god of doors, Janus’s role in Roman religion went beyond a simple case of Greek ...

The Italian luxury house led by Silvia Venturini Fendi is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. With a history shaped ...

An ancient carved stone head, possibly of a Roman god or philosopher, was uncovered beneath a 5th-century church in Rome, ...

Fans of Vela Kitchen in Pleasantville and the since-closed Vintage 1891 in Larchmont will find a combination of the two at Vesta Kitchen + Bar in Harrison, which opens April 1. Owner Michael ...