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Definition: The art of interpreting divine signs was known as augury (augurium). This form of divination was performed by the Roman augurs (augures) and magistrates. Originally augury was performed by interpreting signs from birds to determine whether a proposed action had divine approval.

Also Known As: Auspicium, Augurium

Elsewhere on the Web:

Lesley and Roy Adkins: "Dictionary of Roman Religion"

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