Bellonarii
Bellonarii the priests of Bellona (q.v.), who were employed in offering sacrifices to her mingled with a portion of their own blood. Hence March 24, the day consecrated to this goddess, was called the day of blood.
Bellonarii the priests of Bellona (q.v.), who were employed in offering sacrifices to her mingled with a portion of their own blood. Hence March 24, the day consecrated to this goddess, was called the day of blood.