CHAPTER VII

The Emperor set free to further his cult, 173. The procession, 174. Mismanagement and appointments, 178. Freedmen, 180. Return of Aquilia Severa, 183. Desire for military glory, 184. The names of the Emperor, 185. Activity in building, 186. Military disaffection, its causes and result, 188. Date of Elagabalus’ murder and length of reign discussed, 191. Date for renewal of tribunician power discussed, 194. Elagabalus’ interest in public affairs, 198. The treatment of inscriptions, 198. Outlook of the Roman world, 200.