Introduction to World Civilization Deneme Sınavı Sorusu #742873

This is a cult that entered the Roman life just after 200 BCE, based on the belief that the goddess had ensured victory at Zama, ending the Second Punic War, because she protected those who were besieged. She was worshipped by acts of ecstasy, including dancing or self-mutilation. Over time, the cult engaged in ever more licentious behavior. In addition, she offered the prospect of an afterlife – very attractive to many people.

Which of the following Roman goddesses is described above?


Isis

Venus

Hera

Cybele

Ceres


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The cult of Cybele entered the Roman life just after 200 BCE, based on the belief that the goddess had ensured victory at Zama, ending the Second Punic War, because she protected those who were besieged. She was worshipped by acts of ecstasy, including dancing or self-mutilation. As time went by, the cult engaged in ever more licentious behavior. In addition, she offered the prospect of an afterlife – very attractive to many people. The correct answer is D. 

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