Arvale
Arvale, also known as Arval or Arvales, refers to an ancient Roman deity or group of deities associated with the cultivation of crops and the protection of fields. The name is derived from the Latin word "arvum," meaning "field" or "plowed land." The Arvales were a college of priests, known as the Fratres Arvales, who were responsible for performing rituals and sacrifices to ensure the fertility and productivity of the fields.
The Fratres Arvales were one of the most ancient and prestigious priesthoods in Rome, with their origins
The exact nature of the Arvale deities is somewhat unclear, as they were not as prominently featured
The Fratres Arvales continued their rituals and ceremonies throughout the Roman Republic and into the Imperial