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About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherDover Publications, Incorporated
ISBN-100486203239
ISBN-139780486203232
eBay Product ID (ePID)102795352
Product Key Features
Edition2
Book TitleMysteries of Mithra
Number of Pages239 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1956
TopicAncient / Rome, General, Eastern
IllustratorYes
GenrePhilosophy, History
AuthorFranz Cumont
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Weight16.5 Oz
Item Length8.5 in
Item Width5.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
TitleLeadingThe
SynopsisGreat classic in history of religions. Strange cult spread over Roman Empire, almost won out over Christianity. 50 illus., 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.