A Roman Britain -Religion( Roman and Celtic)

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What was the name given to the three main Gods the Romans worshipped?
The Capitoline Triad
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Who were these Gods?
Jupiter, Juno and Minerva
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What did the Romans believe about worshipping other Gods abroad?
That this was acceptable and it was expected to pay your respects to the local gods
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What was the official line?
That foreign Gods were not supposed to be worshipped by Roman Citizens
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Why was Mithras so popular in Britain among the soldiers?
He was the God of light, truth and of overcoming ones enemies
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Describe the religious side of the Roman Empire in a single word
Cosmopolitan/ multi-faith
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Why is it likely that any temples are likely to be Roman?
Because the Celts didnt worship in Temples they worshiped outside or in huts
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Who were these Gods?

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What was the official line?

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