--- title: Temple of Vesta author: C Ludwig source: https://www.worldhistory.org/image/468/temple-of-vesta/ format: machine-readable-alternate updated: 1970-01-01 --- # Temple of Vesta _Authored by C Ludwig_ ## Image File [![Temple of Vesta](https://www.worldhistory.org/uploads/images/468.jpg)](https://www.worldhistory.org/uploads/images/468.jpg) ## Image Caption [Temple](https://www.worldhistory.org/temple/) of [Vesta](https://www.worldhistory.org/Vesta/). This was the location of the eternal flame which was kept burning at all times. Vestals would vow an oath of service & chastity for a period of 30 years to the Goddess Vesta. Vestals had rank and privilege in [Roman](https://www.worldhistory.org/disambiguation/Roman/) Society even so far as allowing Vestals to commune a prisoner's sentence. This was one of the most sacred spots in Ancient [Rome](https://www.worldhistory.org/Rome/). Should a Vestal ever break her vow of chastity the penalty was to be buried alive. #### Editorial Review This human-authored image has been reviewed by our editorial team before publication to ensure accuracy, reliability and adherence to academic standards in accordance with our [editorial policy](https://www.worldhistory.org/static/editorial-policy/). ## Cite This Work ### APA Ludwig, C. (2012, April 26). Temple of Vesta. *World History Encyclopedia*. ### Chicago Ludwig, C. "Temple of Vesta." *World History Encyclopedia*, April 26, 2012. . ### MLA Ludwig, C. "Temple of Vesta." *World History Encyclopedia*, 26 Apr 2012, . ## License & Copyright Original image by **C Ludwig**. Submitted by [Chris Ludwig](https://www.worldhistory.org/user/Chris_Ludwig/ "User Page: Chris Ludwig"), published on 26 April 2012. The copyright holder has published this content under the following license: [Copyright](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Copyright). You cannot use, copy, distribute, or modify this item without explicit permission from the author. Please note that content linked from this page may have different licensing terms.