Fasti Sacerdotum

Discover the profound insights of Fasti Sacerdotum by Jörg Rüpke, published by Oxford University Press in 2008. This essential hardback volume spans an impressive 1,120 pages and serves as a cornerstone for the study of Roman religion. Within its pages, you will find meticulously compiled yearly lists of religious office-holders from various traditions, complemented by 4,000 detailed individual biographies that illuminate the lives and roles of these figures.

The book opens with introductory essays that delve into the documentary sources for pagan, Jewish, and Christian cults, providing a comprehensive foundation for understanding the complexities of ancient religious practices. In its concluding chapters, Fasti Sacerdotum examines the intricate relationship between religion and the state, offering readers a unique perspective on the societal impacts of religious institutions in Rome. This volume is a must-have for scholars and enthusiasts of religious history alike.