51.
Caesar, on his arrival, was received by the principal
towns and colonies with incredible respect and affection; for this was the first
time he came since the war against united Gaul. Nothing was omitted which
could be thought of for the ornament of the gates, roads, and every place
through which Caesar was to pass. All the people with
their children went out to meet him. Sacrifices were offered up in every
quarter. The market places and temples were laid out with entertainments, as if
anticipating the joy of a most splendid triumph. So great was the magnificence
of the richer and zeal of the poorer ranks of the people.
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