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ANRW II.23.2, pp. 1306-1332 |
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Mithraism and Christianity: Borrowings and Transformations
by Gary Lease, Santa Cruz, Cal.
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| I. Introduction |
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| II. The Setting |
1308 |
1. Common Origins |
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2. Mithraism |
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3. Christianity |
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| III. Possible Borrowings or Influences |
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1. The Problem |
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2. Doctrine: cosmogony, redeeming mediator, eschatology |
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3. Origins: redeemer's birth, the cave, celebration |
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4. Ritual Practice: baptism, cultic meal, purification, holy war |
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| IV. Conclusion |
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| Bibliography |
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