Franz Cumont

The Mysteries of Mithra (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

"The Mysteries of Mithra" is a scholarly exploration of the ancient Roman mystery religion dedicated to the deity Mithras. Authored by Franz Cumont and first published in 1903, the book delves into the rituals, beliefs, and historical context of the Mithraic mysteries. Cumont examines archaeological evidence, inscriptions, and classical texts to reconstruct the practices of Mithraism, shedding light on its initiation ceremonies, symbolic iconography, and the hierarchical structure of its devotees. The work explores the cult's rise to prominence within the Roman Empire and its eventual decline with the advent of Christianity. "The Mysteries of Mithra" remains a significant resource for scholars and enthusiasts interested in understanding the enigmatic religious practices of the ancient world and the cultural dynamics that influenced the evolution of belief systems.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: True Sign Publishing House
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. April 2024
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9789359049496
• Artikelnr.: 73570376

Autorenporträt

Franz Cumont

Inhaltsangabe

1. The Origins of Mithraism. 2. The Dissemination of Mithraism in the Roman
Empire. 3. Mithra and the Imperial Power of Rome. 4. The Doctrine of the
Mithraic Mysteries. 5. The Mithraic Liturgy, Clergy and Devotees. 6.
Mithraism and the Religions of the Empire. 7. Mithraic Art.