The Paradox of Roman Eunuchism: A Juridical-Historical Approach.
The article offers information on the paradox regarding the use of eunuchs in the society of the Roman Empire. Topics discussed include the legal status of eunuchs in within Roman society, the prohibition of castration of male human beings by Roman legislators, and the domestic use of eunuchs in Rom...
| Publicado en: | Scripta Classica Israelica Vol. 34; pp. 129 - 151 |
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Israeli Society for the Promotion of Classical Studies
2015
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| Sumario: | The article offers information on the paradox regarding the use of eunuchs in the society of the Roman Empire. Topics discussed include the legal status of eunuchs in within Roman society, the prohibition of castration of male human beings by Roman legislators, and the domestic use of eunuchs in Roman society before their employment in imperial service. |
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