A Rare Look ‘Inside’ the Ruins of Vesta’s Temple
If you’ve ever had the good fortune to visit the ruins of the Temple of Vesta in the Roman Forum, you’ll know that you can get fairly close to this
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Vesta Rises from the Rubble…
I thought those who follow this site would appreciate this post and this remarkable black and white photograph. The photo for this blog is of the original press photograph of
The Vestals Get a Modern Makeover
The most authentic images we have of the Vestal Virgins are of course from antiquity – these are statues, relief carvings and images minted on coins. As beautiful and informative as these are, it
Tomb of the Vestal Cossinia
Here’s an amazing item (from my collection) that I’d like to share with you. It’s the press photo taken shortly after the excavation of the tomb of the Vestal Cossinia
Vesta: An Ancient Prayer & A Lararium (on Film)
Here is a prayer to Vesta, adapted from an ancient Homeric hymn: “Vesta, you have gained everlasting honor: glorious is your portion and right. Come dwell in this house in
Vestal Virgins: Feminism & Burial Alive in the “Evil Field”
Despite the resurgence and richness of the Vesta tradition, many people who think “Vestal Virgin” still think of one thing: the fact that ancient Vestals who broke their vow of
Vesta as a Symbol of the Soul
Fire has long been a holy symbol, a representation of the spirit and even the divine. Fire worship is one of the earliest forms of religion known to humankind – one
Cleopatra and the Vestals: A 2000 Year Old Smear Campaign
From books to movies, television shows to video games, it seems that Cleopatra just can’t catch a break. Popular culture still insists on depicting her as the so-called “Whore of the
From Rabbits to Resurrections: The Pagan Origins of Easter
As those acquainted with history or who honor the old ways already know, many ancient traditions were usurped by other religions who went on to claim them as their own. Easter is a colorful example of this.
The Vestalia: An Ancient Festival With Modern Meaning
Ah, June. There’s just so much to celebrate about this particular month. In my part of the world – Canada – we celebrate warmth. The snow is gone, the skies
Should the Catholic Church Acknowledge the Destruction of Classical Pagan Culture?
I recently read an article that offered a Christian apology to Jewish people for the wrongs committed against them. The author also acknowledged the way that Christianity was “built” on Judaism.
Vesta Makes the Headlines
I’m very happy to report that Vesta is in the news. Check out our feature in Watkin’s MIND BODY SPIRIT Magazine’s “Most Spiritually Influential” of 2017. This lovely, important ancient
