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The early Romans were polytheistic, and polytheism is naturally tolerant of other religions. In return, the Romans expected the conquered peoples to worship the Roman gods, but made an exception for Jews because of its perceived antiquity and the recognition that a monotheistic religion must forbid worship of other gods.

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