The genius populi romani in the emperors of the fourth century and his background

  • José Ignacio San Vicente Universidad de Oviedo
Keywords: Genius, Genius Populi Roman, Demos, dáimôn, angel, Diocletian, Constantine, Constantius II, Julian, Ammianus Marcellinus

Abstract

The article analyzes the characteristics of the Genius Populi Romani throughout its history and pays particular attention to developments since the introduction of his worship in 218 B.C., until Theodosius banned the cult in the year 392. The fourth century deserves special consideration, mainly the relationship of Genius with Diocletian, Constantine, Constantius II and Julian.

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Published
2020-04-17
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San Vicente, J. I. (2020). The genius populi romani in the emperors of the fourth century and his background. ARYS, (8), 79-100. Retrieved from https://e-revistas.uc3m.es/index.php/ARYS/article/view/5342
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