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Mysteries of the Rock-Born God: The Roman Cult of Mithras
Podcast episodes – The Secret History of Western Esotericism Podcast (SHWEP)
The Cult of Mithras: Origins and Expansion
This chapter explores the mysterious transfer of the Persian god Mithra to the Roman world and its transformation into a mystery cult. It discusses the origins and rapid expansion of the cult throughout the Roman Empire, as well as the similarities between Mithraism and Christianity. The chapter also delves into the significance of iconography in understanding the cult.
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