Quirinus, the shadowy god of early Rome, stands at the crossroads of myth and history. Born from the Sabine tribes and brought into the heart of Rome, his name echoes through time—half-remembered, yet impossible to ignore. Presiding over both peace and war, Quirinus was a god of quiet strength, whose presence hovered over the city's grain, its assembly, and its growth. But when Romulus, the city's founder, vanishes, something strange happens: he becomes Quirinus, deified and eternal. As Rome evolves, Quirinus' influence fades, yet his story lingers in the forgotten corners of the city, the ritual trappings left behind like an old suit of armor. In this episode, we dive into the myth of a god who shaped Rome's identity, only to be left behind as the city changed beyond recognition. Discover the god of forgotten memories, the power of stepping aside, and the myth of a city that keeps rising.
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