Imperial cult

The imperial cult was a practice by some ancient societies to honor the ruling emperor or king, like a king that was really important for the people and the country. Ancient societies believed that the emperor or king was special and deserved to be honored and thanked for their hard work and dedication to the country. They created statues, festivals, and even temples dedicated to the emperor or king so that everyone could express their thanks and admiration. The idea behind the imperial cult was that all people should uphold the values of their ruler and should be loyal to the country and ruler. In this way, the emperor or king was seen as a symbol of the unity of the people and the nation.