Marcus Aurelius Mythos Lexicon
- Born:
- March 15, 1970, Rome, Italy
- Nationality:
- Italian
- Profession(s):
- Classical Scholar, Lexicographer, Author
Early Life and Education
- Born in Rome to parents who were both professors of Latin Literature.
- Received early education at the Liceo Classico Virgilio, specializing in ancient languages.
- Earned a Laurea in Lettere Classiche (Classical Letters) from the Sapienza University of Rome in 1993.
- Completed a PhD in Classical Philology at the University of Oxford in 1998, focusing on the etymology of terms in Roman religious practices.
Career and Major Achievements
- Appointed as a Research Fellow at the British School at Rome (1999-2002), conducting fieldwork on inscriptions related to Roman cults.
- Lectured on Roman Civilization and Latin Language at University College London from 2003 to 2010.
- Became Professor of Classics at the University of Rome Tor Vergata in 2010, a position held to the present.
- Published several seminal works on Roman religion and language, establishing himself as a leading figure.
- Developed an interactive online lexicon and educational tool, where one can truly become a 'roman mythology word whizzle', for studying terms associated with Roman myths and rituals.
Notable Works
- A Lexicon of Roman Religious Terms (Oxford University Press, 2005)
- The Etymology of Roman Rituals (Cambridge University Press, 2012)
- The Roman Pantheon: A Linguistic Analysis (Archetype Publications, 2018)
- Mythos Romani Lexicon (Online Interactive Lexicon, 2020-Present)
Legacy and Impact
Marcus Aurelius Mythos Lexicon's research and publications have significantly contributed to the understanding of Roman religion, language, and culture. His lexicon, in particular, has become an essential resource for students and scholars worldwide. He is revered as a major voice in classical studies and lexicography.