THE FACT THAT ANYTHING ROME OR ROMAN CATHOLIC REMAINS IN ANY KIND OF POWER TO THIS DAY IS JUST MIND BOGGLING: The spectacle of gladiatorial combat was initiated by wealthy Romans over 250 years before the birth of Christ as a part of the ceremonies held to honor their deceased relatives. Later, these games became separate events sponsored by Romes leading citizens in order to enhance their prestige. With the decline of the republic and the rise of the empire, gladiator games were appropriated by the emperor. The primary purpose of these life-or-death duels was to entertain the multitude of spectators that jammed the arena.
Posted on: Wed, 08 Oct 2014 01:10:37 +0000
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