Neophyte

Both the neophyte and the Mithraic initiate undergo sacred rites, suggesting a parallel spiritual journey

Mithras is the sun god, slaying the bull on the vernal equinox, symbolizing the sun's journey Mithras, an ancient Iranian god, was often associated with the Sun in Zorastrianism

Neophytes would become Hierophants after training

The Pantacle is a symbol used by hierophants in their religious and magical practices described in the text.

Initiates in the mystery schools like Druids and Mithraists undergo spiritual training and testing

The Professor was part of a Mystery school, an ancient institution believed to control political destinies)

Both the neophyte and the Mithraic initiate undergo sacred rites, suggesting a parallel spiritual journey

Dupuis describes the death of Mithras by crucifixion, a central event in his worship Mithras was put to death by crucifixion and was said to have risen on the third day, similar to Christ

Neophytes would become Hierophants after training

Hierophants initiate Adepts into the ancient knowledge

Initiates in the mystery schools like Druids and Mithraists undergo spiritual training and testing

Children are taught about the theories of life in Mystery Schools, as it is within their range of possibilities to understand

Both the neophyte and the Mithraic initiate undergo sacred rites, suggesting a parallel spiritual journey

Mithras slays the bull, symbolizing the release of the earth's vital essences and the fertilization of seeds

Both the neophyte and the Mithraic initiate undergo sacred rites, suggesting a parallel spiritual journey

Mithras is closely associated with the gods, including Ahura Mazda, and his worship involves divine entities

Neophytes would become Hierophants after training

Hierophants use the sacred septet in their mystical practices.

Initiates in the mystery schools like Druids and Mithraists undergo spiritual training and testing

The precession of the equinox is a known fact taught in Mystery Schools