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This inscription found in the Mithraeum Aldobrandini informs us of certain restorations carried out in the temple during a second phase of development.
The temple contained hundreds of ceramic vessels and animal bones, which may indicated that a grand Mithraic feast was celebrated before its closing.
Joachim Neumaier
Dear Collegue:
May I consult You in order to a potsherd on which the word 'leonis' has been graved. It was found without archaeological context in the area of the civilian settlement nearby the fort of Walldürn on the Upper German Limes.
I would like to put it into relationship with the 'leo' grade, although definitively this cannot be verified.
Could You be so kind to tell me if there are similar graffii on potsherds anywhere in the Roman World.
Dear Joachim: To my knowledge, perhaps not the dative lionis, but the word leo is often found in the Mithraic context, as you may know. If this is of interest to you, I think the best way to find it in this database is to look for people who have been identified as leo because of an inscription. Here is the link: https://www.mithraeum.eu/persons.php?gra=4. Hope it helps!
This is a great Mithraeum and a obliged visit if you go to Roma. It is located below San Clemente Church in the center of the city. You are transported back two millennia walking down a few steps. Worth it!
The Mithraeum of the Circus Maximus was discovered in 1931 during work carried out to create a storage area for the scenes and costumes of the Opera House within the Museums of Rome building.
I think it would be helpful to include visiting information... I’m under the impression that some of the Roman mithraea require prior registration. Getting such info from people who have been would seriously help.
It will indeed be helpful to have up-to-date information from anyone who has just visited a temple. However, since opening hours can change depending on demand, season, holidays, and other factors, I would also recommend always checking the official website or with operators before visiting.
May I consult You in order to a potsherd on which the word 'leonis' has been graved. It was found without archaeological context in the area of the civilian settlement nearby the fort of Walldürn on the Upper German Limes.
I would like to put it into relationship with the 'leo' grade, although definitively this cannot be verified.
Could You be so kind to tell me if there are similar graffii on potsherds anywhere in the Roman World.
Thank You very much.
Sincerely
Yours
Joachim Neumaier