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Adultery, or adulterium in Latin, was a significant concern in ancient Roman society. The Romans had a complex marriage law, and penalties for adultery varied over time. Traditionally, a husband could divorce his wife for adultery, but the punishment was often less severe for men. The Lex Julia de Adulteriis introduced by Augustus (27 BC – 14 AD) made adultery a criminal offense. Women found guilty could be banished to an island, and their husbands were encouraged to divorce them. The punishment aimed to reflect the moral values of the Roman elite, emphasizing fidelity within marriage. LatinAdultery.22.07.03.Bridgette.B.REMASTERED.X...