Cult of Mithras
Secrets of the cult beneath the empire
4.4 (38)
46 mins
Discover the ancient journey of Mithra, the Indo-Iranian god of truth, order, and light, whose worship evolved into Rome’s secretive Mithraic cult. Explore its underground temples, seven initiation grades, and rituals of bull-slaying, and sacred feasts.
Ep 1:
How Does Mithra Protect Truth, Light, and Cosmic Order?
Ep 2:
How Did Mithraism Spread Across the Roman Empire?
Discussions (12)
Terry
Level 7 · 8 mo agoExactly. Soldiers need that brotherhood more than anyone. When you face death daily having a secret bond keeps you sane. It’s wild to think we might all be in caves if this beat Christianity.
Bruce
Level 10 · 9 mo agoRenan is full of shit. A religion that excludes women was never going to dominate the globe. Christianity thrived because it didn't alienate half the fucking species. It's a simple numbers game.
Ralph
Level 8 · 9 mo agoIt's a matter of historical record that Christianity coopted pagan rituals. The claim that Satan created Mithraism as a preemptive imitation is just apologetic nonsense.
