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The Alexamenos graffito is a satirical representation of Christian worship, depicting a man worshiping a crucified donkey. The inscription reads: "Alexamenos respects his god". Rome, c. 85 to 3rd century CE.
Palatine Hill, Rome.
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Rost, J. (2022, May 12). Alexamenos Graffito. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/15852/alexamenos-graffito/
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Rost, Jens. "Alexamenos Graffito." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 12 May 2022. Web. 04 Oct 2022.
