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Corpus Domini

Posted on December 13, 2018 by babbityjean

Corpus Domini (or Corpus Christi) is one of the main celebrations of the liturgical year in the Catholic Church.  It is celebrated throughout the world, but it has a special significance in Ovieto (Umbria), Italy.  Since 1264, the holiday has … Continue reading →

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Antiche terme romane

Posted on December 7, 2018 by babbityjean

Mentre molte culture occidentali contemporanee vedono il bagno come un’attività privata praticata in casa, nell’antica Roma fare il bagno era un’attività pubblica. I bagni erano i centri culturali della vita quotidiana. Le prime descrizioni delle pratiche da bagno occidentali provenivano … Continue reading →

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Ancient Roman Baths

Posted on December 7, 2018 by babbityjean

While many contemporary western cultures see bathing as a private activity conducted in the home, bathing was a communal activity in ancient Rome.  Bathhouses were the cultural centers of daily life.  The earliest descriptions of western bathing practices came from … Continue reading →

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