Roman-Era Cult Site Discovered in Tyrolean Copper Mine
Bone finds from a prehistoric copper mine in Tyrol, Austria, provide evidence of a Roman-era cult site dedicated to the god Mithras.
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Ancient Inscription Linking Christianity and Mithraism Decoded
Researchers have deciphered an ancient inscription found at a Roman temple, which mentions both Jesus Christ and the mysterious cult of Mithras, written in the language Christ spoke.
Bosnian National Museum Collaborates on Mithras Cult Project
The National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina is successfully collaborating with the Austrian Archaeological Institute on a project exploring the cult of Mithras and oriental cults in the region.
Ancient sanctuary tied to 'most mysterious' cult uncovered in rare find beneath historic city
A rare Roman temple dedicated to mystery cult deity Mithras was discovered in Germany, with the oldest-known sanctuary in Bavaria dating to the first or second centuries A.D.
1,700-Year-Old Inscription Reveals Christianity's Rise Over Roman Cult
An Aramaic inscription discovered at Zerzevan Castle, dating to the third or fourth century AD, provides rare written evidence of a religious transition in Roman Turkey, documenting the closure of a Mithras temple as Christianity gained prominence.