Bible Encyclopedias
Manes
Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
is a term by which the ancient Romans used to designate the souls of the departed. Sacrifices were offered in their honor, and a festival called Feralia (q.v.), dedicated specially to the Manes, was celebrated annually on February 19.
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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Manes'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/tce/m/manes.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.