IMPERIUM БЕЗ КРАЈА И КОНЦА
IMPERIUM WITHOUT THE END

Summary/Abstract: This article contains an analysis of Virgil’s Eneida in which the mythical Rome’s origin and her ascent to extraordinary power is exposed. Eneia’s character shows what Romans truly are and why they were more successful than others in conquering foreign lands and the whole world. According to Virgil that was a realisation of Jupiter’s prophesy that Romans’ power will be without end and limits (imperium sine fine). And all their abilities, virtues and characteristic attributes were assembled in Roman identity. In this way Eneida represents Vergil’s understanding of Roman national character.

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