The Ides of March!

Yesterday was the Ides of March. . .

The Ides of March ! ! ! 

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A Brief History:
Origination:  The Ides of March, originating from Latin, comes from ‘Idus Martias,’ denoting the middle of March and indicating the presence of the full moon. Hence, there is no rational basis for us to be cautious of the Ides (aside from Julius Caesar). Its significance merely highlighted the appearance of the first full moon.

Gaius Julius Caesar courtesy of Openverse

Through the Centuries:  Besides the monthly offering, the Ides of March also marked the celebration of the Feast of Anna Perenna, a deity associated with the year (Latin annus) whose festival traditionally marked the end of the new year festivities.

What does it mean when someone says beware the Ides of March?  The phrase “Beware the Ides of March” signifies caution towards the date of March 15th. In ancient Rome, the Ides of March referred to this specific day on the calendar, and it was also the fateful day when Julius Caesar was tragically assassinated.

Modern Ways to Celebrate: This day was joyously observed by the general populace through outdoor gatherings, libations, and merrymaking.

Celebrated: Since ancient times, always on March 15^th.

508/4 Brutus, Plaetoria Aureus. Brutus BRVT IMP L.PLAET CEST, Cap of liberty two daggers EID MAR Ides of March. Winckless collection (BM photo) courtesy of Openverse

A Few Facts:
I am sharing a few facts, and more, some trivia, some not trivial. . .

Ides of March Things:

• The Ides of March is a significant day in the Roman calendar.
• It is one of three named days in the Roman calendar month, alongside the Kalends and the Nones.
• The Ides of March is often linked to misfortune and doom.
• More gloom & doom is associated from the Ides with an occurrence taking place monthly, specifically on the 15th in months with 31 days and on the 13th in months with 30 days.
• Additionally, it serves as a deadline for settling debts.
• Furthermore, it is celebrated as the original arrival of the new moon.
• The term “Ides” originates from the Latin word that means “to divide”.
• Notably, the Ides of March is famously associated with the assassination of Julius Caesar in 44 BC.
• This historical event is immortalized in William Shakespeare’s play, Julius Caesar, where a soothsayer warns Caesar to “beware the Ides”.
• Moreover, the Ides of March raises philosophical questions about whether humans can alter their fate if the stars have already predicted a dark future.

Image courtesy of Openverse

The Present:
The Ides happen every March on the 15th, whether we like it or not!

The Future:
Going on in the years to come. . .

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The Ides of March billboard from The High line Park NYC – Manhattan, New York City, USA courtesy of Openverse

The Ides of March