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Mithra And The Imperial Power Of Rome

Mithra And The Imperial Power Of Rome

Cumont, Franz

Paperback

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral ChristianityGeneral Military History

ISBN10: 1162847654
ISBN13: 9781162847658
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 26
Weight: 0.14
Height: 0.05 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Mithra and the Imperial Power of Rome is a scholarly work written by Franz Cumont that explores the worship of the Persian god Mithra in the context of the Roman Empire. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the cult of Mithra, including its origins, mythology, rituals, and influence on Roman society. Cumont argues that the popularity of Mithraism was closely tied to the political and social climate of the Roman Empire, particularly during the reigns of emperors such as Trajan, Hadrian, and Marcus Aurelius. The book also delves into the relationship between Mithraism and Christianity, highlighting the similarities and differences between the two religions. Overall, Mithra and the Imperial Power of Rome is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, ancient Rome, or the intersection of politics and religion.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mysteries of Mithra, by Franz Cumont. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564596907.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.

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