On the Astronomical Orientation of Mithraea

PHILICA, Article Number 1055

5 Pages Posted: 19 Jul 2017

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Amelia Carolina Sparavigna

Polytechnic University of Turin - Department of Applied Science and Technology

Date Written: June 23, 2017

Abstract

The article proposes a discussion concerning the astronomical orientation of the Mithraea, that is, of the temples of the Roman god Mithras.

Keywords: Roman Religion, Ancient Rome, Archaeology, Mithraea.

Suggested Citation

Sparavigna, Amelia Carolina, On the Astronomical Orientation of Mithraea (June 23, 2017). PHILICA, Article Number 1055, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=3003103

Amelia Carolina Sparavigna (Contact Author)

Polytechnic University of Turin - Department of Applied Science and Technology ( email )

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