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Genius (mythology)


 

In Roman mythology, every man had a genius and every woman a juno (Juno was also the name for the queen of the gods).

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Roman mythology - Juno

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Originally, the genius/juno were ancestors who guarded over their descendants. Over time, they turned into personal guardian spirits, granting intellect and prowess. Sacrifices were made to one's genius/juno on one's birthday.

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The juno was worshipped under many titles:

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  • Iugalis - protected marriage
  • Matronalis - protected married women
  • Pronuba - protected the bride
  • Virginalis - protected virginity

    • In addition to each genius/juno of individuals, regions, families, households and cities had a genius. The genius of the Roman race was a winged, naked youth. The genii dedicated to places were usually depicted as snakes.

    Related Topics:
    Roman race - Snake

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    See also Lares, Di Penates, Genius loci

    Related Topics:
    Lares - Di Penates - Genius loci

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