Tag: Ancient Rome

Rome, the Eternal City, stands as a living testament to centuries of history, culture, and architectural brilliance. In this post, we embark on a journey through the heart of Italy, unraveling the stories behind Rome's iconic landmarks and historical sites that have shaped the course of Western civi...

The Roman Empire, one of the most influential civilizations in human history, was shaped by the reigns of its emperors. From Augustus to Justinian, these rulers governed an empire that stretched across Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa. They were not only political and military leaders but a...

Welcome to our Bible History post on "The Eternal City" - Rome, a captivating destination that holds profound significance in both Hebrew history and the biblical narrative. In this post, we embark on a journey to explore Rome's connections to Hebrew heritage, tracing its role in shaping the early C...

The images and busts of Augustus Caesar stand as iconic representations of one of history's most influential figures. The first Emperor of Rome, Augustus left an indelible mark on the ancient world, not only through his political achievements but also through the artistic expressions that sought to ...

Marcus Aurelius (AD 121-180) A great task faced Marcus Aurelius when he became the Roman emperor in AD 161, as successor to his uncle, Emperor Antonius Pius. Generations of luxury had made the patricians, or nobles, weak and selfish. The middle class was disappearing, and the working class was being...

Step into the heart of history as we delve into The Rome Project, a groundbreaking initiative committed to the preservation and restoration of cultural heritage in the eternal city. This ambitious endeavor aims to safeguard Rome's rich history for future generations, employing innovative methods and...

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Lectures The Geography of ItalyThe EtruscansThe Roman RepublicRoman Expansion and the Punic WarsThe Civil WarThe Rise of Julius CasearInstructional Goal: Students will know the major elements of the govenment of the Roman Republic and understand how these impacted the formation of the United States ...

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The Latin words res publica which mean 'commonwealth' or 'state' is the source of today's term 'republic'.Rome was never a democracy as we would understand it today, nor as the Greeks understood it. For Roman society and the power within it was firmly divided by class.Most obviously, there was a div...

Lectures The Geography of ItalyThe EtruscansThe Roman RepublicRoman Expansion and the Punic WarsThe Civil WarThe Rise of Julius CasearInstructional Goal: Students will know the major facts reference the Punic Wars and understand the implications of Roman expansion on the future Roman Empire. I. Rome...