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Some Similarities Between Mithraism and Christianity

From N.S. Gill,
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Among the recorded possible similarities between Christianity and Mithraism are the following:

Virgin birth
Twelve followers
Killing and resurrection
Miracles
Birthdate on December 25
Morality
Mankind's savior
Known as the Light of the world
Based on (www.digiserve.com/gaia/articles/mithras.html) Legend of Mithras.

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