10 Fascinating Facts About the Cult of Mithras
The Cult of Mithras, also known as Mithraism, was a mystery religion that emerged in the Roman Empire during the 1st to 4th centuries CE. It was centered around the worship of the ancient Persian god Mithras, who was considered a deity of light, truth, and cosmic order. The cult was exclusive, and its rituals and beliefs were kept secret, known only to initiates. (more…)