Munus, a gift or service, given or rendered freely (a lover’s gift, or the gifts of gods to men) or, more commonly, out of a sense of duty (burial of the dead, sacrifices, or funeral games).

Why is a gladiator contest called a munus?

As gladiatorial shows were given to honour the dead and in accordance with vows they were called munera. A munus in this sense was a private obligation and thus the cost was paid by whoever vowed it, not the state.

What is a Munus Rome?

Munus, a gift or service, given or rendered freely (a lover’s gift, or the gifts of gods to men) or, more commonly, out of a sense of duty (burial of the dead, sacrifices, or funeral games).