Çiğdem Dürüşken – Roman Religion 2003 Turkish Book Turkey

Çiğdem Dürüşken – Roman Religion (Roma Dini) – Türk Eskiçağ Bilimleri Enstitüsü Yayınları Turkish Edition (2003)

Description:

This Turkish edition of Roman Religion (Roma Dini) by Çiğdem Dürüşken was published by Türk Eskiçağ Bilimleri Enstitüsü Yayınları in 2003. Written in Turkish, the book offers a comprehensive examination of the religious beliefs, rituals, and institutions of ancient Rome. Rather than treating Roman religion solely as mythology, the author explores its central role in shaping Roman political authority, social organization, and everyday life throughout the Republic and the Empire.

The work examines the Roman pantheon, priesthoods, temples, public festivals, household cults, and the close relationship between religion and state administration. It also discusses the influence of Etruscan and Greek traditions on Roman religious practices, the imperial cult, and the gradual transformation of religious life with the spread of Eastern mystery cults and the rise of Christianity. By combining literary sources with archaeological evidence, the book provides a well-rounded understanding of Roman religious culture and its evolution over the centuries.

Combining historical scholarship with accessible analysis, Roman Religion serves as an important introduction to one of the defining elements of Roman civilization. This Turkish edition is a valuable resource for readers interested in classical antiquity, Roman history, archaeology, mythology, and the religious traditions of the ancient Mediterranean.

Key Features:

• Author: Çiğdem Dürüşken

• Original Title: Roman Religion

• Turkish Title: Roma Dini

• Publisher: Türk Eskiçağ Bilimleri Enstitüsü Yayınları

• Publication Date: 2003

• Language: Turkish

• Format: Paperback

• Genre: Ancient History; Classical Studies

• Subject: Religion and religious life in ancient Rome

• Literary Content: Historical analysis; Religious history

• Themes: Roman mythology; State religion; Temples; Priesthoods; Imperial cult; Classical civilization

• Historical Focus: The development of Roman religious beliefs and institutions from the early Republic through the Imperial period, emphasizing their influence on politics, society, and culture.

• Educational Value: Provides a thorough introduction to the religious traditions of ancient Rome by combining literary evidence, archaeology, and historical interpretation, making it an excellent resource for students of classical history and ancient religions.

• Collector Appeal: A Turkish edition published by the Türk Eskiçağ Bilimleri Enstitüsü, making it a desirable reference for collectors of Roman history, classical studies, archaeology, and the religions of the ancient Mediterranean.