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The Mysteries of Mithras: Pagan Beliefs by Payam Nabarz, Paperback
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About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Inner Traditions International, The Limited
ISBN-10
1594770271
ISBN-13
9781594770272
eBay Product ID (ePID)
43892851
Product Key Features
Book Title
Mysteries of Mithras : the Pagan Belief That Shaped the Christian World
Number of Pages
240 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Mysticism, Paganism & Neo-Paganism, Christianity / History, Christianity / General
Publication Year
2005
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Religion
Format
Perfect
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
11.9 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2005-002487
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
For those interested in paganism, Witchcraft, the supernatural, and Wicca, among other topics, this book offers some keen insights into a very old religion that Christianity was able to eventually subdue, absorb, and eliminate as competition. . . . A fine book, one you will enjoy and one you will be talking about with friends., Whether the reader is an historian or even a practitioner of esoteric studies, this well presented work is a joy to read. I am delighted it now lives on my shelves., & " . . .'brilliant and compelling . . . . A highly entertaining and informative read by a lucid writer. Highly recommended.& ", In his breakdown on the Mithraic liturgies Doctor Nabarz has successfully researched the intricate levels of the ritual and also heroically deciphered the language of the aforementioned iconography of Mithras to give us a first class series of ceremonies. . . . Whether the reader is an historian or even a practitioner of esoteric studies, this well presented work is a joy to read. I am delighted it now lives on my shelves., . . . a book that is part history-primer, part practical guide ' designed to help the spiritual seeker develop a deeper understanding of the Mithraic mysteries, ' and perform initiation rites and Mithraic liturgy., A refreshing study of an often-neglected subject. From the conventional to the controversial, the broad scope of this book and its valuable contribution to Sufi, Mithraic, and Zoroastrian studies attempts to get to the very heart of the matter., & " Whether the reader is an historian or even a practitioner of esoteric studies, this well presented work is a joy to read. I am delighted it now lives on my shelves.& ", . . .'brilliant and compelling . . . . A highly entertaining and informative read by a lucid writer. Highly recommended., Whether the reader is an historian or even a practitioner of esoteric studies, this well presented work is a joy to read. I am delighted it now lives on my shelves., . . . brilliant and compelling . . . . A highly entertaining and informative read by a lucid writer. Highly recommended., In his breakdown on the Mithraic liturgies Doctor Nabarz has successfully researched the intricate levels of the ritual and also heroically deciphered the language of the aforementioned iconography of Mithras to give us a first class series of ceremonies. . . . Whether the reader is an historian or even a practitioner of esoteric studies, this well presented work is a joy to read. I am delighted it now lives on my shelves., & " For those interested in paganism, Witchcraft, the supernatural, and Wicca, among other topics, this book offers some keen insights into a very old religion that Christianity was able to eventually subdue, absorb, and eliminate as competition. . . . A fine book, one you will enjoy and one you will be talking about with friends.& ", In his breakdown on the Mithraic liturgies Doctor Nabarz has successfully researched the intricate levels of the ritual and also heroically deciphered the language of the aforementioned iconography of Mithras to give us a first class series of ceremonies. . . . Whether the reader is a historian or even a practitioner of esoteric studies, this well presented work is a joy to read. I am delighted it now lives on my shelves., ." . . a book that is part history-primer, part practical guide 'designed to help the spiritual seeker develop a deeper understanding of the Mithraic mysteries, ' and perform initiation rites and Mithraic liturgy.", & " A refreshing study of an often-neglected subject. From the conventional to the controversial, the broad scope of this book and its valuable contribution to Sufi, Mithraic, and Zoroastrian studies attempts to get to the very heart of the matter.& ", A refreshing study of an often-neglected subject. From the conventional to the controversial, the broad scope of this book and its valuable contribution to Sufi, Mithraic, and Zoroastrian studies attempts to get to the very heart of the matter., '. . . a book that is part history-primer, part practical guide ?designed to help the spiritual seeker develop a deeper understanding of the Mithraic mysteries, ? and perform initiation rites and Mithraic liturgy.', For those interested in paganism, Witchcraft, the supernatural, and Wicca, among other topics, this book offers some keen insights into a very old religion that Christianity was able to eventually subdue, absorb, and eliminate as competition. . . . A fine book, one you will enjoy and one you will be talking about with friends., . . . brilliant and compelling . . . . A highly entertaining and informative read by a lucid writer. Highly recommended., . . . a book that is part history-primer, part practical guide 'designed to help the spiritual seeker develop a deeper understanding of the Mithraic mysteries,' and perform initiation rites and Mithraic liturgy., & " In his breakdown on the Mithraic liturgies Doctor Nabarz has successfully researched the intricate levels of the ritual and also heroically deciphered the language of the aforementioned iconography of Mithras to give us a first class series of ceremonies. . . . Whether the reader is an historian or even a practitioner of esoteric studies, this well presented work is a joy to read. I am delighted it now lives on my shelves.& "
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Dewey Decimal
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Table Of Content
Acknowledgments Foreword by Caitlín Matthews Chapter 1: An Introduction to the Mithraic Mysteries The Persian Mithra The Roman Mithras The Revival of Mithras in the Twentieth and Twenty-First Centuries Chapter 2: Mithraic Iconography Birth of the Roman Mithras Mithras the Hunter The Tauroctony Sol and Sol Invictus The Miracle of the Rock The Sacred Meal The Ascension Leontocephaline (Lion-Headed One) Chapter 3: The Seven Initiatory Rites of Mithras The Rites Sufi Interpretation of the Seven Rites The Women's Grade Chapter 4: Echoes of Mithraism around the World The Echo of Mithraism in Christianity Mithras as Liberator Echoes of Mithraism in the Yezidis and the Peacock Angel Mithras in Britain Chapter 5: Simorgh--A Mithraic Fairy Tale Simorgh--An Old Persian Fairy Tale Symbolism of the Simorgh Tale Chapter 6: The Mithraic Liturgy Preparation for Performing the Mithraic Liturgy The Ritual Chapter 7: The Goddess Anahita Chapter 8: Meditations and Initiations I. Corax Meditation and Initiation II. Nymphus Meditation and Initiation III. Miles Meditation and Initiation IV. Leo Meditation and Initiation V. Perses Meditation and Initiation VI. Heliodromus Meditation and Initiation VII. Pater Meditation and Initiation Chapter 9: The Four Stations of Mithra Yule--Birth of the Sun Spring Equinox--Nou Roz Summer Solstice--Tir Autumn Equinox--Festival of Mithra Epilogue Appendix A: Zoroastrian Hymn to Mithra (Mehr Yasht 10) Appendix B: Zoroastrian Hymn to Anahita (Aban Yasht 5) Notes Bibliography Further Reading Mithraic Groups and Internet Resources Index
Synopsis
The Mysteries of Mithras presents a revival of this ancient Roman mystery religion, popular from the late second century B.C. Payam Nabarz reveals the history and tenets of Mithraism, its connections to Christianity, Islam, and Freemasonry, and the modern neo-pagan practice of Mithraism today. Included are seven of its initiatory rituals., An overview of Mithraism, the ancient Roman mystery religion popular in the Roman Legions - Provides a comprehensive history of Mithraism, including its influence on Christianity and Islam - Includes rituals, meditations, and teaching tales for readers who wish to follow the Mithraic path - Studies the evolution and divergence of the Eastern (Persian) and Western (Roman) forms of Mithraism The Mysteries of Mithras presents a revival of the magical practices and initiatory system of Mithraism, the ancient Roman mystery religion that was immensely popular in the Roman Legions from the late second century B.C. until A.D. 400 and was taken to every corner of the Roman Empire. As the last pagan state religion in Europe, it was the most important competitor to early Christianity and heavily influenced Christian doctrine and symbolism. The parallels between Christianity and ancient Mithraism are striking--for example, the god Mithra was born of a virgin in a cave on December 25. Payam Nabarz reveals the history, origins, and spiritual and philosophical tenets of Mithraism and its connections to Christianity, Islam, and Freemasonry. He also describes the modern neo-pagan practice of Mithraism in evidence today and for readers who wish to adopt the Mithraic path, he includes seven of its initiatory rituals and meditations, as well as orations and teaching tales, that open the door to the seven Mithraic grades of passage., An overview of Mithraism, the ancient Roman mystery religion popular in the Roman Legions * Provides a comprehensive history of Mithraism, including its influence on Christianity and Islam * Includes rituals, meditations, and teaching tales for readers who wish to follow the Mithraic path * Studies the evolution and divergence of the Eastern (Persian) and Western (Roman) forms of Mithraism The Mysteries of Mithras presents a revival of the magical practices and initiatory system of Mithraism, the ancient Roman mystery religion that was immensely popular in the Roman Legions from the late second century B.C. until A.D. 400 and was taken to every corner of the Roman Empire. As the last pagan state religion in Europe, it was the most important competitor to early Christianity and heavily influenced Christian doctrine and symbolism. The parallels between Christianity and ancient Mithraism are striking--for example, the god Mithra was born of a virgin in a cave on December 25. Payam Nabarz reveals the history, origins, and spiritual and philosophical tenets of Mithraism and its connections to Christianity, Islam, and Freemasonry. He also describes the modern neo-pagan practice of Mithraism in evidence today and for readers who wish to adopt the Mithraic path, he includes seven of its initiatory rituals and meditations, as well as orations and teaching tales, that open the door to the seven Mithraic grades of passage., An overview of Mithraism, the ancient Roman mystery religion popular in the Roman Legions? Provides a comprehensive history of Mithraism, including its influence on Christianity and Islam? Includes rituals, meditations, and teaching tales for readers who wish to follow the Mithraic path? Studies the evolution and divergence of the Eastern (Persian) and Western (Roman) forms of MithraismThe Mysteries of Mithras presents a revival of the magical practices and initiatory system of Mithraism, the ancient Roman mystery religion that was immensely popular in the Roman Legions from the late second century B.C. until A.D. 400 and was taken to every corner of the Roman Empire. As the last pagan state religion in Europe, it was the most important competitor to early Christianity and heavily influenced Christian doctrine and symbolism. The parallels between Christianity and ancient Mithraism are striking--for example, the god Mithra was born of a virgin in a cave on December 25.Payam Nabarz reveals the history, origins, and spiritual and philosophical tenets of Mithraism and its connections to Christianity, Islam, and Freemasonry. He also describes the modern neo-pagan practice of Mithraism in evidence today and for readers who wish to adopt the Mithraic path, he includes seven of its initiatory rituals and meditations, as well as orations and teaching tales, that open the door to the seven Mithraic grades of passage.
LC Classification Number
BL1585.N33 2005
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