Bellonarii

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Bellonarii [1]

the priests of Bellona (q.v.), who were employed in offering sacrifices to her mingled with a portion of their own blood. Hence March 24, the day consecrated to this goddess, was called the day of blood.

References

  1. ↑ Bellonarii from Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
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