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A period in Roman history from Nerva to Marcus Aurelius marked by effective governance and peace.

Five Good Emperors

Hadrian

The Roman Emperor known for building Hadrian's Wall and consolidating the empire's borders.

Alimenta

A Roman welfare program that provided support for poor children.

Paterfamilias

The male head of a Roman family, who had legal authority over the family members.

Circus

Large public entertainment venues in ancient Rome, often used for chariot races.

Pedagogue

A teacher or tutor in ancient Rome, often tasked with educating young boys.

Welfare

Programs initiated by the government to support the poor and needy citizens.

Inflation

A significant increase in prices leading to a decrease in the purchasing power of money.

Mercenary

A professional soldier hired to serve in a foreign army.

Constantinople

The capital city of the Byzantine Empire, established by Constantine as a new capital.

Aqueduct

A structure built to transport water from one location to another, crucial for urban development.

Mosaics

Artworks made from assembling small pieces of colored glass or stone to create images.

Stoicism

An ancient Greek philosophy that emphasized rationality and self-control influenced by Hellenistic culture.

Virgil

A Roman poet known for his epic work, the Aeneid, which narrates the founding of Rome.

Codex

An ancient manuscript in book form, used for recording legal texts and important documents.

Acta Diurna

An early form of newspaper in ancient Rome, providing news to citizens.

Hero

Referring to heroic figures in Roman literature and culture, embodying values such as bravery and honor.

Tacitus

A Roman historian known for his works that provide insights into Roman life and governance.

Horace

A significant Roman poet whose works emphasized themes of love, life, and philosophy.

Ptolemy

An ancient Greek scholar and author of influential works on astronomy and geography.