Ides Of March Guide

: Define "Ides" as the midpoint of the month in the Roman calendar (the 15th in March, May, July, and October; the 13th in others).

: Briefly introduce how the assassination of Julius Caesar on this day in 44 BC forever changed the date's connotation. ides of march

: Explain that the Ides was a traditional day for settling debts and paying rent, making it a day many Romans already "dreaded" for practical reasons. : Define "Ides" as the midpoint of the

: Discuss the Feast of Anna Perenna , the goddess of the year, which involved outdoor picnics and heavy drinking to ensure a long life. the goddess of the year