Romanitas in Classical Studies

These flashcards encompass key vocabulary and concepts related to Romanitas and its social structures in ancient Rome, facilitating review and understanding of the material.

Romanitas

The concept of 'Roman-ness' encompassing values, traditions, and ideals in ancient Rome.

Mos maiorum

A term meaning 'the way of those greater than us,' referring to the traditional values inherited from ancestors.

Frugalitas

The Roman value of temperance, representing moderation and restraint.

Dignitas

A Roman concept denoting reputation and respect, particularly relating to social standing.

Aequitas

The Roman principle of fairness and equity in society.

Pietas

The duty to respect and honor the gods, fatherland, and family, prioritized in that order.

Paterfamilias

The male head of a Roman family who held absolute power over family members.

Manumission

The process by which a slave could be freed, often through a legal act or marriage.

Otium

A term describing leisure or free time, highly valued in Roman culture.

Negotium

The term for business or work, often contrasted with otium.