Abstract
Abstract The “goddess of Rome,” or dea Roma , refers to two related, but distinct conceptions. The first was a Roman god or goddess who protected the city of Rome, but whose identity was kept secret to prevent enemies from luring this tutelary divinity elsewhere. A favorite topic of speculation for ancient scholars, candidates include Jupiter, Luna, Ops, and Eros, among others (Macrob. Sat . 3.9.4; Plin. HN 28.18; Lydus De mens . 4.73; Plut. Quaest . Rom . 61; Servius Danielis Aen . 2.351).
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