Religion, writing and systematization: reflections on the Annales Maximi

Abstract

The topic of the Annales Maximi has been given special attention by historians until today. Apart from varied interpretations, these books are usually considered under the perspective of the writing of history and Roman memory related issues. This paper addresses the problem of Annales Maximi with respect to Roman religion in an attempt to understand its role in the process of constructing religious knowledge and systematization at the urbs in the 3rd to 2nd centuries BC.

Annales Maximi; College of Pontiffs; Roman religion