Flamen
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈfleɪmən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Flamen is a noun meaning (historical, Ancient Rome) A priest devoted to the service of a particular god, from whom he received a distinguishing epithet. The most honored were those of Jupiter, Mars, and Quirinus, called respectively Flamen Dialis, Flamen Martialis, and Flamen Quirinalis.
Meaning
(historical, Ancient Rome) A priest devoted to the service of a particular god, from whom he received a distinguishing epithet. The most honored were those of Jupiter, Mars, and Quirinus, called respectively Flamen Dialis, Flamen Martialis, and Flamen Quirinalis.
Word Forms
- flamens
- flamines
- flamin
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fetial, pontifex, fetialis, pontiff, fanum, lampadarios.
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