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lectisternium

A rite of propitiation, here held for the first time at Rome, in which images of the gods were laid on couches and offered a banquet.

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Mentioned in 7 works (10 total)

The History of Rome, Book 5 history · 1 mention
The History of Rome, Book 7 history · 2 mentions
The History of Rome, Book 8 history · 1 mention
The History of Rome, Book 22 history · 3 mentions
The History of Rome, Book 36 history · 1 mention
The History of Rome, Book 40 history · 1 mention
The History of Rome, Book 42 history · 1 mention

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