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Mars makes men fierce (1)

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01 Religious and ideological doctrines and imagery




Keywords
astrology
omens
Rome
Period
4th century CE
Roman Empire
Channel
Roman philosophers and scholars


Text
Firmicus Maternus, De Errore 4.19.2:
Mars makes men fierce, unconquerable, active, quarrelsome, bold, involved in dangers, violent but liable to be deceived in various ways. They are gluttonous and digest food easily; brave, just, fiery. They have red hair and bloodshot eyes, commanding ways, always seeking positions of power. Their occupations have to do with iron and fire. They are monstrously bad-tempered, never get on with their wives, children or friends, and are envious of others’ possessions.


Source (list of abbreviations)
Firmicus Maternus, De Errore 4.19.2

Bibliography

Barton 1994, 118Barton, Tamsyn. Ancient Astrology. London, New York: Routledge 1994.

Amar Annus


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