The Persian god Mithra, revered by many Romans, was said to have been born of a virgin in a sacred birth-cave of the Rock on December 25, witnessed by shepherds and Magi bringing gifts. He raised the dead, healed the sick, made the blind see and the lame walk, and exorcised devils. Mithra celebrated a Last Supper with his twelve disciples before he died. His image was buried in a rock tomb, but he was withdrawn and said to live again. His triumph and ascension to heaven were celebrated at the spring equinox (Easter).
My last blog provided the link to this same article but this particular passage REALLY caught my eye. By the way Mithras was worshipped hundreds of years before the appearance of Christ.
Did Jesus Really Rise From The Dead?
Friday, October 27, 2006
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