Who were the Vestal Virgins, and what was their job?

Title:
Who were the Vestal Virgins, and what was their job?
Speaker:
Peta Greenfield
Description:

In ancient Rome, Vestal Virgins were tasked with keeping vigil over the flame of Vesta, the virgin goddess of the hearth. The flame represented two things: the continuation of Rome as a power in the world and the continuing virginity of Vesta's priestesses. But what was life really like for these Vestal Virgins? Peta Greenfield goes back in time to find out. [Directed by Kozmonot Animation Studio, narrated by Susan Zimmerman, music by Wonder Boy Audio].

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Video Language:
English
Team:
closed TED
Project:
TED-Ed
Duration:
04:33
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