Motif
Heaven-sent protective object preserving the city
heaven_sent_protective_object_preserving_the_city
A motif of the Sacred Treasures and Power Objects family, within the sub-family Protective Charms and Apotropaic Objects. Every row below is a tagged passage; each rests on a quote in its source text.
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greek roman
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Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome LEUCOTHEA. / THE SIRENS. / ARES (MARS). / MARS.; lines 3632-3714 confidence: high
The twelve Salii, priests of Mars, perform sacred dances in full armour; Numa instituted them and entrusted them with the sacred shields.
Jupiter sends a shield to Numa, and a voice states that Rome's future safety and prosperity depend on its preservation.
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