 "Augustus", "the elevated or august one" (masculine form) is an honorific and title awarded to Octavian in recognition of his unique status, the extraordinary range of his powers, and the apparent divine approval of his principate.After his death and deification, the title was awarded to each of his successors.It also became a near ubiquitous title or honour for various minor local deities, including the "Lares Augusti" of local communities, and obscure provincial deities such as the North African "Marazgu Augustus".