arval (Meaning)
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arval (n.)
A funeral feast.
Synonyms & Antonyms of arval
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arval Sentence Examples
- The Arval Brothers, or Fratres Arvales, were a Roman priesthood dedicated to the agricultural deity Mars.
- The Arval priests performed rituals to ensure the fertility of the fields and the prosperity of the Roman people.
- Membership in the Arval College was prestigious, and candidates underwent rigorous initiation rites.
- The Arval priests conducted ceremonies known as "Arval lustrations" to purify the land and expel malevolent forces.
- The Arval Brethren played a crucial role in maintaining the religious traditions of ancient Rome.
- The Arval sacrifices were performed with solemnity and precision, invoking the blessings of the gods.
- The Arval hymn, known as the "Carmen Arvale," was sung during their rituals to invoke divine favor.
- The Arval priesthood had specific duties during certain festivals, including the Lupercalia and the Parilia.
- The Arval Fratres were guardians of the sacred boundaries of Rome, ensuring the city's protection.
- The Arval College persisted through the centuries, preserving the ancient agricultural rites of the Roman people.
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A funeral feast.
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The Arval Brothers, or Fratres Arvales, were a Roman priesthood dedicated to the agricultural deity Mars.
The Arval priests performed rituals to ensure the fertility of the fields and the prosperity of the Roman people.
Membership in the Arval College was prestigious, and candidates underwent rigorous initiation rites.
The Arval priests conducted ceremonies known as "Arval lustrations" to purify the land and expel malevolent forces.
