Author Description

The Rise, Decline and Fall of the Roman Religion is a comprehensive historical account of the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Romans, written by James Ballantyne Hannay. The book explores the origins of Roman religion, tracing its development from the earliest times through to the height of the Roman Empire. It examines the various gods and goddesses worshipped by the Romans, their myths and legends, and the rituals and ceremonies that formed the core of their religious practices.The book also explores the ways in which Roman religion changed and evolved over time, as new cults and beliefs were introduced and old ones fell out of favor. It examines the impact of political and social changes on Roman religion, including the rise of Christianity and the eventual decline and fall of the Roman Empire.Throughout the book, Hannay provides a detailed analysis of the religious beliefs and practices of the Romans, drawing on a wide range of sources including ancient texts, archaeological evidence, and modern scholarship. He explores the role of religion in Roman society, its influence on politics and culture, and its relationship with other aspects of Roman life such as art, literature, and philosophy.Overall, The Rise, Decline and Fall of the Roman Religion is a fascinating and insightful exploration of one of the most important aspects of ancient Roman civilization. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of religion, ancient history, or the Roman Empire.1925. In this volume the author continues his efforts to show that the whole Bible, Old Testament and New, is not in any way a divine revelation to man of an immortal god's will, nor is it true in its historical or any other statements. Simply, that is was a purely political engine, devised to enslave the people by the priesthood, under Roman rule.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations