Sacred fire of Vesta

Sacred fire of Vesta
Hearth at the Temple of Vesta
Sacred fire of Vesta
Shown within Rome
LocationRegione VIII Forum Romanum
Coordinates41°53′30″N 12°29′10″E / 41.891742°N 12.486176°E / 41.891742; 12.486176

The sacred fire of Vesta was an eternal flame in ancient Rome dedicated to the goddess Vesta, protector of the hearth, home, and family.

The institution of the sacred fire was traditionally attributed to the legendary king Numa Pompilius in the 7th century BC.

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