The Mysteries of Mithra

THE MYSTERIES OF MITHRAby Franz CumontThe colorful Mithraic religion originated in Persia, enjoyed enormous popularity in Europe, and was ultimately destroyed by Christianity. This definitive treatment of Mithra by a leading authority on classical religions pieces together its mysteries: the principle characteristics of the god Mithra, the rituals, the teachings, the liturgy and much more. With 70 illustrations.Table Of Contains....01. The Origins Of Mithraism 02. The Dissemination of Mithraism in the Roman Empire 03. Mithra and the Imperial Power of Rome 04. The Doctrine of the Mithraic Mysteries 05. The Mithraic Liturgy, Clergy and Devotees 06. Mithraism and the Religions of the Empire 07. Mithraic Art Read more