Cumont, Franz
The Mysteries of Mithra
- ISBN 13:
- 9781463523817
- author:
- Cumont, Franz
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Createspace
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 130
- Dimensions:
- 25.4 x 20.3 x 0.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Religion, Cults, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Franz Cumont's groundbreaking study of Mithraism, a mystery religion of Late Antiquity, offers a fascinating insight into the syncretic practices of the Roman Empire. A renowned archaeologist and historian, Cumont drew upon his expertise in epigraphy and philology to shed light on the impact of Eastern mystery religions on the Roman world. Cumont's work was not without controversy, however. His academic career was marked by a series of setbacks, including a refusal to be appointed to a chair in Roman History at the University of Ghent. Despite this, he continued to publish extensively and contribute to standard encyclopedias. His research took him to various sites, including the previously unknown site of Dura-Europos, where he conducted digs under stressful political conditions. This book presents a comprehensive overview of Cumont's research on Mithraism, a subject that continues to captivate scholars and historians today. With its rich historical context and meticulous scholarship, it is an essential resource for anyone interested in the mysteries of the ancient world.
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