ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Ordines Romani

The ordines romani were a group of workers during ancient Roman times who had different jobs in society. Think about all the different people you know who have different jobs, like a teacher, doctor, or plumber. The ordines romani were kind of like that!

Some of the jobs included in the ordines romani were politicians, soldiers, farmers, and artisans (people who make things with their hands, like potters or blacksmiths). Each group had different responsibilities and were considered important in their own way.

For example, soldiers were responsible for protecting Rome and keeping it safe from enemies. Farmers grew crops and raised animals to provide food for everyone. Artisans made things like jewelry, pottery, and tools for people to use. And politicians helped make important decisions for the city.

It was important to have all these different groups working together, kind of like how fingers on a hand work together. Each group had their own strengths and skills that helped make Rome a successful and prosperous city.