Roman Priests and Priestesses

1. Gallae (2)

Duum Viri Sacrorum
Glossary entry on the Duum Viri Sacrorum.

Ancient Roman Priests
Here you will find an annotated list of the different types of ancient Roman priests prior to the advent of Christianity.

Fetiales
Glossary entry on the Fetiales.

Triumviri Epulones
Glossary entry on the Triumviri Epulones.

Roman Colleges of Priests
Learn about these four important religious groups, during the period of the Roman Republic.

Roman Priests
Learn about the different types of Roman priests and their priestly responsibilities.

Interpretatio Romana
A term used to convert foreign gods.

Pontifex Maximus
The highest Roman priestly office was that of the pontifex maximus.

Apex
Glossary entry on the apex.

Sacerdos
Glossary entry on the Sacerdos.

Vestal Virgins
Vestal Virgins were venerated priestesses of Vesta (the Roman goddess of the hearth fire) and guardians of the luck of Rome who could intervene on behalf of those in trouble.

Lustratio
Glossary entry on the lustratio.

Quiz on Vestal Virgins
Multiple choice questions on the tenure of the vestal virgins.