One custom performed by this group involved leading a sacrificial animal three time around a wheat field.
One custom performed by this group involved leading a sacrificial animal three time around a wheat field. This group made sacrifices to the goddess Dea Dia and they were responsible for holding the Ambarvalia festival, and this group wore wreaths made from ears of corn and white headbands made of wool. According to legend, Acca Larentia had a son that died and this group was created when Romulus offered himself to replace him and join the other eleven sons. For 15 points, name this ancient group of priests, a brotherhood that made sacrifices to the Lares and oversaw agriculture and good harvests.
One custom performed by this group involved leading a sacrificial animal three time around a wheat field.
Arval Brothers [accept Arval Brotherhood or Arval Brethren, accept Fratres Arvales or Arval Priests]