• Comparison of Christianity, Mithraism, and the Cult of Isis

     

    Essays2 Religion

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Published: 02.05.2004.
Language: English
Level: Secondary school
Literature: n/a
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Comparison of Christianity, Mithraism, and the Cult of Isis
<Tab/>There is a division of religions referred to as mystery religions. This simply means that the religion involves gaining knowledge about God as well as becoming involved in or with the God. Christianity is classified as one of these mystery religions. There are two others, Mithraism and the cult of Isis, which are very similar, while still having many differences that set it apart from Christianity. Mithraism is an ancient religion of Iran. The cult of Isis originates in Egypt. In ancient times before the Roman…

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