——Nor yet to inscribe
Their names in this or t'other Roman tribe.—P. [255].
The Roman people was distributed into several tribes. He who was made free was enrolled into some one of them; and thereupon enjoyed the common privileges of a Roman citizen.
Note XI.
Slaves are made citizens by turning round.—P. [255].
The master, who intended to enfranchize a slave, carried him before the city prætor, and turned him round, using these words, "I will that this man be free."
Note XII.
Now Marcus Dama is his worship's name.—P. [256].
Slaves had only one name before their freedom; after it they were admitted to a prænomen, like our christened names: so Dama is now called Marcus Dama.
Note XIII.
A will is to be proved;—put in your claim;—
'Tis clear, if Marcus has subscribed his name.—P. [256].