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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Mitreo de Cabrera de Mar
The Roman villa of Can Molodell had a sanctuary that has been related to the cult of Mithras.
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Mitreo di Sutri
The Mithraeum of Sutri was built inside a rocky hill that also hosted the Roman theatre of the city.
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Mithraeum of Močići
The Mithraeum of Mocici was situated in a grotto at one hour's walk fomr the ancient Epidaurum.
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Mithraeum of Lambaesis
The Mithraeum of Tazoult / Lambèse is one of the best preserved Mithras's temples in Africa.
Mithraic art and artefacts
Tauroctony of the Loggia Scoperta
Mithras triumphant over the Sun
Graffiti to Kamerios from Dura Europos Mithraeum
Intaglio of Abraxas and Mithras
Altar with openwork of Inveresk
Cult vessel with snake representations of St. Egyden
Fresco ‘City of Darkness’ from Hawarte
Tauroctony relief from Alba Iulia
Stars of the Mitreo de Santa Maria Capua Vetere
Sententia
Guest insights
AVE , Hello, I'd like to offer you a Platonic interpretation of the Trier Relief. The Sun and Moon …
It is magnificent. so better if you had a picture of the inside.
great article, you should put it on the main page, Jorge! thanks
I know the Mithras site (since my childhood) at Carrawburgh and have worked at the APX Xanten (Germa…
British Museum: Gallery 70, display case 14 (G70/dc14)
Veronica, I surfed onto your profile and would like to assure you that Mithras welcomes everyone. I …
What fascinates me is the bull's mouth next to the flame of Cautes. Many bulls with their heads rais…
Many thanks for the information, John. The page has been updated.
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