When did the Roman Senate vote to deify Julius Caesar?
The Roman Senate voted to deify Julius Caesar in 42 BC. This decree was issued by his adopted son Octavian, who later became Augustus.
Questions about Apotheosis
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who is considered the first Roman ruler to receive divine status as divus?
Quirinus held that status among Romans before Julius Caesar received it. He was identified with Romulus, the city's founder.
What year did Septimius Severus order a lavish funeral for Pertinax?
Septimius Severus ordered a lavish funeral for Pertinax in 193 AD. Historian Dio Cassius witnessed the event and described its scale.
During which dynasty did Song dynasty general Yue Fei receive deification?
Song dynasty general Yue Fei received deification during the Ming dynasty. Some practitioners rank him among three highest-ranking heavenly generals.
What years did Swaminarayan live according to historical records?
Swaminarayan lived from 1781 to 1830 and is regarded by some Hindus as an avatar of Krishna.
When was The Apotheosis of Washington completed on the United States Capitol Building dome?
The Apotheosis of Washington was completed in 1865. It features allegorical figures surrounding George Washington.