Fortuna Redux
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Fortuna Redux is a Roman goddess invoked for safe return and the restoration of fortune, especially in the context of imperial journeys. The cult was established in 19 BC to celebrate Augustus' return from Asia Minor, and she received annual sacrifices at the Ara Fortunae Reducis. After Augustus' death the associated holiday became known as the Augustalia, linking her worship to the Imperial cult.
When
- First attested
- 19 BCE
- Attested period
- -19 – 2020
- Historical notes
- The cult was introduced in 19 BC and persisted through the Imperial period, later merged with the Augustalia celebrations.
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“The cult of Fortuna Redux was introduced to Roman religion in 19 BC, creating a new holiday (feriae) on October 12 that originally marked the return of Augustus to Rome from Asia Minor in 19 BC.”
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