Most Romans believed in 12 main gods and goddesses.This belief of 12 main gods was influenced by the Greeks. The Romans incorporated religion into their everyday lives in many ways because they thought the gods controlled their everyday lives. The Romans threw food in the fire during the main meal to Vesta, the goddess of the hearth. The Roman families also had their own household gods and spirits. There were additionally many holidays worshipping the gods and goddesses throughout the year.