Is Jesus Simply a Retelling of the Mithras Mythology?
Would This Bother You? There are many atheists who claim that Jesus never really lived. What if I told you that there was once an ancient religion which described God as a being who: Was born of a virgin on December 25th, in a cave, attended by shepherds Was considered a great traveling teacher and master Had 12 companions or disciples Promised his followers immortality Performed miracles Sacrificed himself for world peace Was buried in a tomb and after three days rose again Was celebrated each year at the time of His resurrection (later to become Easter) Was called “the Good Shepherd” Was identified with both the Lamb and the Lion Was considered to be the “Way, the Truth and the Light,” and the “Logos,” “Redeemer,” “Savior” and “Messiah.” Celebrated Sunday as His sacred day (also known as the “Lord’s Day,”) Celebrated a Eucharist or “Lord’s Supper” Would you recognize this religious figure? Sound like someone you know? Well, of course, we are describing the figure of Mithras!! What, d
