Paris, Prehistory to Roman Gaul
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What's included in Ancient DNA Origins?
- The Ancient DNA Origins DNA test provides powerful, innovative, and interactive DNA-based tools to help you find your ancient ancestors, trace your prehistorical lineages, and determine your ancient tribal origins.
- Explore your heritage linked to the Parisians from Prehistory to Roman Gaul (7983 BC-328 AD), who thrived in the ancient forests surrounding present-day Paris. Maps data: (C) Google Maps 2023
- Receive a detailed breakdown of your ancient geographical origins, ancient ancestry maps showing where your ancestors lived and traveled, and your exact genetic similarity to each member of your ancient tribe.
- Compare your results with over 50 worldwide ancient and modern populations.
- After over 400 generations, reconnect with your French ancestors at a depth never before imagined.
- Embark on a ten-millennia quest to discover the ancestors of modern French through the power of genetics.
- Discover your Druid, Gaul, and Roman ancestors who inhabited France over ten millennia ago – Their story could be your story.
- Basic test includes 4 tribal members.
- Advanced test includes 11 tribal members.
About the test
The early inhabitants of Gaul, predominantly Celtic tribes, revered a pantheon of gods and goddesses closely linked to nature. Druids, the revered priests and intellectuals of Celtic society, conducted rituals and ceremonies to honor these deities, including Lugus, associated with sovereignty and skill, and Epona, the beloved goddess of horses. Their beliefs were deeply rooted in animism and the spiritual significance of natural phenomena.
With the Roman conquest of Gaul in the 1st century BCE, the indigenous religious practices intertwined with Roman religion. Gauls adapted Roman deities such as Jupiter, Mars, and Mercury, blending them with local gods in a syncretic fashion. This period also saw the rise of various cults and mystery religions, such as the cult of Mithras and the worship of Isis and Serapis, reflecting the diversity and cosmopolitan nature of Roman Gaul.
Amidst these cultural exchanges, Christianity began to spread in Gaul from the 2nd century CE onwards, gradually supplanting the traditional pagan religions. By the 5th century CE, Christianity had become the dominant faith in Gaul, marking a significant transformation in spiritual beliefs and practices across the region.
Join us on a captivating exploration of ancient Gaul and Roman Gaul, where beliefs in nature spirits, Celtic gods, Roman deities, and mystical cults converged and evolved over millennia. Through the lens of genetics and archaeology, unravel the stories of these ancient peoples and their enduring legacy in shaping the spiritual heritage of modern-day France.
Why take this test
The Ancient DNA Origins DNA test is the first next-generation DNA test. It is designed solely using the DNA of ancient people throughout history using our novel technologies.
With this test, you will receive a precise ancient ethnicity estimate with far greater geographical details than you could imagine. You will make new connections with historical people and places where your ancestors lived, walked, battled, created, and dreamed thousands of years ago. Using genetic data and evidence from history and archeology, we can revive the past and allow you to take part in this story at the most personal level.