Re-interpreting the Mysteries of Mithras
Ernest Renan suggested that without the rise of Christianity, we might all have embraced the cult of Mithras. Nevertheless, it has had a lasting influence on secret societies, religious movements and popular culture.
Notitiae
News and articles
from The New Mithraeum
The MITHRA Project
Laurent Bricault has revolutionised Mithraic studies with the exhibition The Mystery of Mithras. Meet this professor in Toulouse for a fascinating look at the latest discoveries and what lies ahead.
The Father of Mithras
It is well known that Mithras was born from a rock. However, less has been written about the father of the solar god, and especially about how he conceived him.
Mithras in Hispania
On the occasion of the discovery of a Mithraeum in Cabra, Spain, we talk to Jaime Alvar, a leading figure in the field of Mithraism. With him, we examine the testimonies known to date and the peculiarities of the cult of Mithras in Hispania.
Let’s talk about Mithras with Yolanda De Iuliis
Yolanda’s multimedia dissertation focuses on the cognitive mechanisms that motivate Mithras worshippers. Her work includes a podcast entitled Conversations about Mithras.
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Press clips
A new mithraeum discovered during excavation in Trier
A place of worship for the Roman god of light Mithras was discovered during archaeological excavations in Trier. This includes a larger relief.
Hallan en el yacimiento romano de Cabra (Córdoba) un lugar de culto al dios Mithra
Las excavaciones llevadas a cabo en el yacimiento arqueológico romano de la villa de Mithra, en Cabra (Córdoba), han deparado el excepcional hallazgo de un mitreo, o zona destinada al culto al dios Mithra, cuya estatua fue descubierta hace unos 70 años.
Agencia
Call for PhD students and post-doctoral fellows specialising in Mithras
On the occasion of the exhibition, the Royal Museum of Mariemont invites five experts from Europe to emulate the research on the cult of Mithras.
Before MAGA: Mithras, Phrygian Caps, and the Politics of Headwear
Despite the current political landscape of the US, we can look to antiquity to see that the red cap was actually once a symbol of citizenship and welcome to the foreigner.
Sarah E. Bond
Los dioses de Egipto y Persia que los romanos honraron en Lucus Augusti
La Domus de Mitreo y el Centro Arqueolóxico de San Roque muestran otra cara del viejo Lugo
Lorena García Calvo
Some places to visit
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Mithraeum I of Stockstadt
The Mithraeum I in Stockstadt contained images of Mithras but also of Mercury, Hercules, Diana and Epona, among others.
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Mithräum von Saarbrücken
The Mithraeum in Halberg hill, near Saarbrücken, is one of the oldest historical places in the area.
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Mithraeum IV of Aquincum
The Mithraeum of Symphorus and Marcus, in Óbuda, Budapest, has been restored to public view in 2004 and, while well presented, it has been heavily restored.
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Mithräum von Wiesloch
The first members of the Wiesloch Mithraeum may have been veterans from Ladenburg and Heidelberg.
Mithraic art and artefacts
Altar of Carrawburgh by Antonius Proculus
Intaglio of Abraxas and Mithras
Altar to Luna from Gimmeldingen
Dedication inscription from Koenigshoffen Mithraeum
Inscription on a leonteum of Umbria
Bronze plaque of Mithras slaying the bull
Denarius depicting Mithras rock-birth of St. Albans
Cautes of Sidon
Altar of Sarmizegetusa by Hermadio
Sententia
Guest insights
Excelente artículo Hermano. La Masonería sigue siendo la gran heredera de los antiguos misterios. …
I'm on it!
It makes perfect sense. My hesitation would lie in the time gap that separates Mithraism and Freemas…
Merci pour l'information, Zi. En effet, la sculpture jointe faisait partie d'un autre ensemble.
Where is the Mithraeum relative to Herod's temple, the amphitheatre or some other isgnificant landma…
Excellent
Pattie, you and I need to talk about those bits one of these days. I'd be glad to know more about th…
hello, what does symbolize this huge spher with a crown over? I believe resurrection of the soul . I…
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