Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lares
noun
/ˈlɛəriz/
Definition
Lares are the spirits of ancestors or guardians of the household in ancient Roman religion.
Examples
- The Lares were often worshipped with offerings at household shrines.
- In ancient Rome, families would invoke the Lares for protection and blessings.
- To honor the Lares, many Romans decorated their homes with small altars.
Meaning
In Roman tradition, lares are considered protective deities associated with the home and family.
Synonyms
- spirits
- guardians
- protectors
