Barbera's Pietas introduces one to an interesting and colourful spirituality that seeks in its own
way to transform homines into viri, namely, "from men made of mud to men made of vis,
inner strength". It is an emic presentation of a belief system - valid in itself as an NRM and
worthy of sociological study.
Dr. Michael York, Bath Spa University College, UK
Barbera's book conveys the message that we should not be afraid to rediscover and embrace Indoeuropean
ethnic religions because this does not imply splitting o; from the human family. It
means freeing the human need for spirituality, showing that the narrow forms which presently
constrain it are not the only possible ones. Pietas is a must for anyone interested in learning
more about the Gentile Tradition and - why not - helping to keep it alive.
Dr. Riccardo Campa, Jagiellonian University, Poland
Giuseppe Barbera, archaeologist and president of the Associazione Tradizionale Pietas, presents
an extensive and profound expertise in mythological accounts of the founding of Rome,
illuminates the esoteric symbolism and signi cance of rituals and Gods in relation to the
habitat of Romans from an emic perspective, i.e., the adherent's point of view, which has been
arbitrarily underrepresented in the Humanities so far. Author endeavors to redeem us from the
desultory profane decontextualization of eternal myths, the implanted degradation of gender
complementarity, and the cultural attening due to modern cosmopolitanism that still permeate
contemporary society.
Ugis Nastevics, Latvian Academy of Culture, Latvia
From Rome, one of the most important centers of history, faith, and art in Europe, comes an
idea that has probably been dormant for more than 1,600 years. Giuseppe's Pietas is the bond
between the civilizations of Bharat and Italy. e book is a must-read for students and scholars
in humanities, especially those engaged in religious studies, history, or sociology.
Surendra Mathur, Heritage Foundation, India
Pietas is an incredibly scholarly work with well documented historical references. e author
paints the picture of what religious practices were in ancient Rome, to the details of how the
temples were built, and the symbolic reasons for the architecture. A powerful and enjoyable
read that expands the mind while connecting the reader to the roots of ancient beliefs and
practices.
Reverend Belladonna LaVeau, Aquarian Tabernacle Church, United States
Giuseppe Barbera is exceptional in that his understanding is uniquely related to the living
practice of the ancient Roman tradition he describes. is allows him to connect spirituality,
theology, belief, culture, and practice in illuminating ways that only someone who is genuinely
steeped in a living tradition can. is work is a treasure trove for scholars, practitioners, and
everyone who seek to understand this contemporary indigenous Roman tradition.
Dr. KoÌlÌ£ ¡ Ab mba»Ìl¡, Howard University, United States
