Celebrating in 2021
Despite lockdowns, people found ways to celebrate this joyous occasion. One of the highlights from the celebration was “The Superintendency of Rome, the archeological office that oversees all of Rome’s archeological sites and activities, unveiled a relief of Rhea and her sons re-mastered to its original colors and vibrancy”(Moreno, 2021).
Romulus and Remus’ Parentage and Birth
Rhea Silvia was discovered to be pregnant. It was believed it was a divine conception. It was custom that any Vestal Virgin betraying her vows of celibacy was condemned to death. However, King Amulius, fearing the wrath of a potential paternal god, did not wish to directly stain his hands with the blood. So, King Amulius imprisoned Rhea Silvia and ordered her twins’ death. Thus, Romulus and Remus were thrown into the Tiber River.