I wish to express my warm thanks to Mr. W. Warde Fowler for his kindness in reading my proofs, and for many valuable hints and suggestions.

C.B.

Balliol College,
Jan 25th, 1907.

CONTENTS

CHAP. PAGE
I.[Introduction—Sources and Scope]1
II.[The ‘Antecedents’ of Roman Religion]4
III.[Main Features of the Religion of Numa]12
IV.[Early History of Rome—The Agricultural Community]31
V.[Worship of the Household]36
VI.[Worship of the Fields]58
VII.[Worship of the State]75
VIII.[Auguries and Auspices]96
IX.[Religion and Morality—Conclusion]103