Historical investigation into the meaning and use of terms of abuse in the Greek and Roman world, especially in the plays of Aristophanes and the epigrams of Martial. The first chapter is a summary...Show moreHistorical investigation into the meaning and use of terms of abuse in the Greek and Roman world, especially in the plays of Aristophanes and the epigrams of Martial. The first chapter is a summary of the two main historical works that already exist, both only scratch the surface. The second chapter gives examples of words of abuse out the works of Martial. The second chapter gives examples of the same in the plays of Aristophanes. The fourth gives other examples from Homer, graffito and other sources. The Fifth chapter shows what we can tell from words of abuse concerning the Greek-Roman world.Show less
Dit onderzoek behandelt de verhouding tussen de Gotische en Romeinse (etnische) identiteit in Ostrogotisch Italië, en hoe die beïnvloed werd door de Gotische oorlogen (535-554). Aan de hand van...Show moreDit onderzoek behandelt de verhouding tussen de Gotische en Romeinse (etnische) identiteit in Ostrogotisch Italië, en hoe die beïnvloed werd door de Gotische oorlogen (535-554). Aan de hand van sociaalwetenschappelijke theorieën wordt zowel het historiografisch debat als het primaire bronnenmateriaal geanalyseerd (met name Procopius en Cassiodorus). Er blijkt een spanningsveld te zijn tussen de ideologische lading van het primaire bronnenmateriaal, en de ‘wereld achter de tekst’. Hier wordt een situationalistische lezing van etniciteit aangedragen als middenweg binnen de historiografische discussie. De betekenis en het belang van ‘Gotische’ of ‘Romeinse’ identiteit was context-afhankelijk.Show less
In deze scriptie wordt onderzocht hoe de keizercultus in de vroege keizertijd (Julisch-Claudische dynastie) werd gebruikt als middel tot versterking van de macht. Dit wordt getoetst aan de hand van...Show moreIn deze scriptie wordt onderzocht hoe de keizercultus in de vroege keizertijd (Julisch-Claudische dynastie) werd gebruikt als middel tot versterking van de macht. Dit wordt getoetst aan de hand van de geschriften van de Arvaalse broeders, munten en monumentale afbeeldingen.Show less
This thesis seeks to describe the unique structures of the Roman Empire. The Empire, and especially the early Empire is usually described as un-bureaucratic. The entire Empire rested on informal...Show moreThis thesis seeks to describe the unique structures of the Roman Empire. The Empire, and especially the early Empire is usually described as un-bureaucratic. The entire Empire rested on informal structures. The get a better understanding of the historical development of the Roman government the method of contrast is used. The structures of Roman governance in the early Empire stood in a sharp contrast with the developments in the early Chinese Empire, where early in history strong bureaucratic structures existed. The reasons for these strong differences are described by the lines of the role of the aristocracy in the government and the role of the military and wars. This thesis operates under the assumption that Charles Tilly's thesis on war and state-making is also applicable on the ancient world.Show less
An inquiry into the Roman perspectives, attitudes and opinions on the religions of ancient Egypt and ancient Gaul in the period between the first century BCE and the second century CE. The thesis...Show moreAn inquiry into the Roman perspectives, attitudes and opinions on the religions of ancient Egypt and ancient Gaul in the period between the first century BCE and the second century CE. The thesis is based primarily on the opinions of Roman authors and previous studies.Show less
This thesis looks at changes in landholding patterns in the age of Sulla. While most studies on landholding patterns focus on the second century B.C., the author argues that the first century B.C....Show moreThis thesis looks at changes in landholding patterns in the age of Sulla. While most studies on landholding patterns focus on the second century B.C., the author argues that the first century B.C. is deserving of more scholarly attention since many big changes occur in this period. The author discusses Sulla’s colonization programme and the proscriptions in order to determine the effect of these measures on landholding patterns in Italy. Specifically, this thesis seeks to help illuminate the reasons behind the veritable explosion of villa-buildings after the age of Sulla. This study offers up a reassessment of the colonization programme and argues that the programme was conducted on a much smaller scale than is often thought. The overall impact of the programme is also far less significant than often assumed. It is argued that the proscriptions had a far larger impact on landholding patterns. The author argues that it was the proscriptions, and not the colonization programme, that is likely to have led to an increase in villa-buildings.Show less
This master thesis comprises the mechanisms of Romanization in four different cities in Liguria, i.e. Albingaunum, Albintimilium, Luca and Luna. In the first chapter an article of Terrenato is...Show moreThis master thesis comprises the mechanisms of Romanization in four different cities in Liguria, i.e. Albingaunum, Albintimilium, Luca and Luna. In the first chapter an article of Terrenato is discussed, as well as the recent debate on Romanization, and the existing models proposed by Curchin. In the second chapter, Liguria before the Romans is discussed, as well as the relationship between Liguria and Rome, and the aftermath with regard to Liguria. In chapter three the 'indigenous cities' of Albingaunum and Albintimilium are discussed in the light of Romanization mechanisms. The same is done in chapter four for the colonial cities of Luca and Luna. In chapter five, a conclusion is given to answer the question of which mechanisms of Romanization were in process in these four different (types of) cities and if we can distinguish some kind of pattern.Show less
A research on the lack of candidates for the function of Vestal Virgin, one of the most important priesthoods in Ancient Rome. Seen from the perspective of elite competition, this thesis shows that...Show moreA research on the lack of candidates for the function of Vestal Virgin, one of the most important priesthoods in Ancient Rome. Seen from the perspective of elite competition, this thesis shows that religion and politics were completely intertwined and that the elite daughters were used by their families for the political games of elite competition.Show less
This thesis undertakes a comparative analysis of the Roman Empire during the third-century 'crisis' (AD 249-284) on the one hand and the tetrarchic era (AD 284-324) on the other hand. As an...Show moreThis thesis undertakes a comparative analysis of the Roman Empire during the third-century 'crisis' (AD 249-284) on the one hand and the tetrarchic era (AD 284-324) on the other hand. As an analysis of the Roman Empire in all its aspects is obviously not feasible, the thesis limits itself to the three most important ones: first, Rome's wars against its external enemies; second, the internal instability that plagued the empire throughout this period; third, the empire's economic difficulties. After a short narrative chapter which serves to give a general chronological outline and introduce the key players, each of the three aspects is thouroughly discussed in its own thematic chapter. An important theme of the thesis is comparative historiography, which shows how there remains general agreement among historians that the tetrarchic era represents a significant improvement in the fortunes of the empire compared to the 'crisis' that preceded it. The thesis argues that, contrary to the general consensus, the tetrarchy only improved on the 'crisis' in some regards, while it did no better, and arguably even worse, on other points.Show less
Tegenwoordig worden personen die werkzaam zijn in de uitvaartbranche niet raar aangekeken door het werk dat ze uitvoeren. Het uitvoeren van werkzaamheden in de uitvaartbranche wordt gezien als werk...Show moreTegenwoordig worden personen die werkzaam zijn in de uitvaartbranche niet raar aangekeken door het werk dat ze uitvoeren. Het uitvoeren van werkzaamheden in de uitvaartbranche wordt gezien als werk dat nodig is en soms zelfs als het uitvoeren van de laatste wensen van personen. In het antieke Rome bestond dit beeld niet. De personen die werkzaam waren in de uitvaartbranche werden geweerd uit de gemeenschap en als ze de gemeenschap moesten betreden, werden ze verplicht om door middel van kleding en attributen anderen te waarschuwen voor hun komst. In dit onderzoek zal de oorzaak voor deze negatieve houding ten opzichte van uitvaartpersoneel worden vastgesteld. Hiernaast zal ook de sociale hiërarchie van het uitvaartpersoneel worden vastgesteld.Show less
This theses contains the basics of the Roman domestic religion of the first century b.c. and the first century a.d. The paper contains a lot of primairy sources as well as some archeological...Show moreThis theses contains the basics of the Roman domestic religion of the first century b.c. and the first century a.d. The paper contains a lot of primairy sources as well as some archeological evidence from Pompeii, Herculaneum and Ostia.Show less
This paper seeks to give a plausible range of population figures for second century A.D. Antioch in Roman Syria. The first chapter estimates the physical extent of the city and its suburbs. The...Show moreThis paper seeks to give a plausible range of population figures for second century A.D. Antioch in Roman Syria. The first chapter estimates the physical extent of the city and its suburbs. The second chapter studies the size and productivity of Antioch’s territory. On the basis of urbanisation rates, urban and rural population densities and ‘carrying capacity’ various scenarios are sketched to determine more and less likely figures. In the final chapter several ideas are considered towards explaining the population of Antioch and its hinterland.Show less
Does the way in which the state of Israel used its ancient history correspond with archaeological finds? Or were Masada and Bethar used for hero-making...
