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Episode 26: Matters of Life & Death in Roman Astrology
Episode 26: Matters of Life & Death in Roman Astrology
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Length:
75 minutes
Released:
Feb 9, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
As Rome expanded to the East, the cultural influence of the Greeks deepened, and this included a strong interest in astrology. Despite resistance from conservative Romans, by the Imperial Era, astrology played a critical role in Roman politics, both as a tool to support conspirators attempting to assassinate emperors, and wielded by emperors as a way to eliminate challenges to their power.
Released:
Feb 9, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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