What is another word for lares-penates?
Pronunciation: [lˈe͡əzpˈɛne͡ɪts] (IPA) 
Lares-penates is an ancient Roman term which refers to household gods or deities, worshiped and honored by the families. The term is derived from two Latin words, 'lares' means protectors of home and 'penates' means guardians of the pantry. There are several synonyms for the term, such as domestic gods, household deities, family guardians, home protectors, and house patrons, which are all related to the concept of protecting and safeguarding homes and families. These deities were considered as essential members of the household and were believed to bring prosperity, fertility, and peace to the home. The term "lares-penates" is still used scholar and modern literature to refer to the concept of the protective deities of the home.
