Social Studies Ancient Rome

Carthage

Carthage was an ancient Phoenician city located on the northern coast of Africa. Its name means “new city” or “new town.”

Gaula

native or inhabitant of ancient Gaul.

Latium

the region of central western Italy in which the city of Rome was founded and grew to be the capital city of the Roman Empire.

Judea

southern part of ancient Palestine succeeding the kingdom of Judah; a Roman province at the time of Christ

Byzantine Empire

the continuation of the Roman Empire in the East, centered in Constantinople

Messiah

promised deliverer of the Jewish nation prophesied in the Hebrew Bible.

Diocletian

A Roman emperor who reigned from 284 to 305 AD, known for his administrative reforms and persecution of Christians.

Plebeian

a common citizen of ancient Rome, typically a farmer, merchant, or laborer, distinct from the patricians.

Christianity

religion based on the person and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth, or its beliefs and practices.

Twelve tables

earliest written law code of Rome, created around 450 BC.

Dictator

ruler with total power over a country, typically one who has obtained control by force.

Patrician

aristocrat or nobleman

The geography of Italy