The Mysteries of Mithra

The Mysteries of Mithra is a scholarly book written by Franz Cumont, a Belgian historian and philologist, that explores the ancient religion of Mithraism. The book delves into the origins, beliefs, and practices of this mysterious and enigmatic religion that was popular in the Roman Empire from the 1st to the 4th centuries CE. Cumont draws on a wide range of sources, including archaeological evidence, inscriptions, and literary texts, to piece together the story of Mithraism and its followers. He examines the rituals and ceremonies of the religion, such as the initiation rites, the use of caves and underground spaces, and the symbolism of the Mithraic iconography. The book also explores the role of Mithraism in the wider cultural and religious context of the Roman Empire, and its relationship with other religions such as Christianity and Judaism. This comprehensive and detailed study of Mithraism remains an important resource for scholars and students of ancient history and religion.1910. Contents: Preface to the French Edition; The Origins of Mithraism; The Dissemination of Mithraism in the Roman Empire; Mithra and the Imperial Power of Rome; The Doctrine of the Mithraic Mysteries; The Mithraic Liturgy, Clergy and Devotees; Mithraism and the Religions of the Empire; Mithraic Art; Index.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.