Roman Mythology & Religion
History: KS2 National Curriculum, topic 2.1.8
Roman Mythology & Religion
Roman Mythology
- Roman mythology tells stories about Roman's many gods and heroes.
- Romans used these stories to explain the world around them.
- Examples:
- Jupiter → king of gods
- Mars → god of war
- Venus → goddess of love
Early Christianity
- Christianity is a religion based on the life of Jesus Christ.
- Christians believed in only one God.
- Emperor Constantine accepted Christianity around the year AD 312.
- Christianity became the main religion of the Roman Empire.
Test yourself on Roman Mythology & Religion
What was Venus the god of?
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What did Christians in Ancient Rome believe in?
Who accepted Christianity around AD 312?