 The Temple of Venus Genetrix was completed after Caesar's assassination by Roman senators, which included lavish games in reference to Caesar's original dedication to the Forum.Caesar had plans for this temple well in advance, having dedicated the construction of a temple to "Venus Victrix" at the climactic Battle of Pharsalus in 48 BC, though never being able to see its completion.This original dedication was done because it was Pompey's favourite goddess, and Caesar hoped to gain the goddess's favour before the battle against Pompey.