The Ten Books on Architecture, 4.8.7

Vitruvius  translated by Joseph Gwilt

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7I have, according to the rules taught to me, explained the different principles on which temples are constructed, the different orders and symmetry of their detail, wherein and how they respectively differ; and this I have written to the best of my ability. I shall now describe the altars of the immortal gods, and their situation as adapted to sacrifices.

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