“A central feature of the ceremonial associated with Mithras was the taurobolium, the ritual slaughter of a bull which commemorated and repeated Mithras' primeval act. The initiate was baptized in its blood, partaking of its life-giving properties. It may be noted that this part of the ceremonial closely resembled the ritual of the cult of Cybele, the Great Mother of Asia Minor, which had been brought to Rome three centuries before Christ.”
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Ninian Smart
Ninian Smart was a renowned British writer in the field of religious studies, known for his influential contributions to the understanding of religion. Born on May 6, 1927, and passing away on January 29, 2001, Smart's work focused on the study of various religious traditions and their societal implications. more
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