Author: | Franz Cumont | ISBN: | 1230000101255 |
Publisher: | AppsPublisher | Publication: | January 20, 2013 |
Imprint: | Language: | English |
Author: | Franz Cumont |
ISBN: | 1230000101255 |
Publisher: | AppsPublisher |
Publication: | January 20, 2013 |
Imprint: | |
Language: | English |
THE MYSTERIES OF MITHRA
by Franz Cumont
The 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.
THE MYSTERIES OF MITHRA
by Franz Cumont
The 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.