The Encyclopedia of Mythology is a series of one-time classes that explores the sacred stories of various past and present cultures, as well as how those stories fit into secular society. Take one course, take them all, and in any order you choose!

The gods and goddesses of Rome are typically discussed alongside their Greek counterparts, but the Romans' unique perspective shaped their "borrowed" pantheon in a very unique way, from the temples and their priests and priestesses, all the way to the crumbling of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Empire.

In this section of Encyclopedia of Mythology, we'll explore the anthropology of Ancient Roman religion, including the concept of cultural diffusion, the invocation of gods to lay blessings or cast curses, and the use of religion in ancient politics. The class will begin with a brief discussion about what learners might already know, followed by an interactive lecture with accompanying visual aids. At the end of the class, we'll review and discuss our findings and try to relate them to other cultures throughout history, to explore how connected all human beings really are!