Archaeologists have recently unearthed the remarkably well-preserved remains of a dog from ancient Rome, shedding light on ...

He said that “a relationship with ‘purification’ also appears from the practice of sacrificing dogs (and other animals) at the festival of the Lupercalia in honor of Faunus – associated ...

“It would also affirm the state’s commitment to allowing public celebrations of Satanic holidays, such as Lupercalia and Hexennacht, on state property — practices that have previously faced ...

Antony was even the one to present Caesar with a diadem — a ribbon to symbolize royalty — at the festival of the Lupercalia. Caesar, however, did not accept the offering, sensing the people’s disdain ...

The sacrifice was meant to appease Robigus and ensure a fruitful harvest. In the Lupercalia, a festival promoting purification and fertility, dogs were among the animals sacrificed by the Luperci ...

The first St. Valentine’s Day was born. The holiday also has origins in the Roman festival “Lupercalia,” which celebrated the coming of spring — including rituals of fertility rites, pairing couples ...

The pontiff was also the one who abolished the Lupercalia, an ancient spring festival of purification, health, and fertility, which took place in mid-February. Some theories have linked Saint ...

As Sabrina prepares for a spellbinding showcase, Susie embraces a series of new beginnings, and Ms. Wardwell finds greater purpose at Baxter High. Love and lust sweep through Greendale as Harvey ...