Cybele, Attis and Related Cults: Essays in Memory of M.J. Vermaseren (Religions in the Graeco-Roman World, 131)
In memory of M.J. Vermaseren, this scholarly collection delves into the cults of Cybele, Attis, and related mysteries within the Graeco-Roman religious framework. Edited by Eugene N. Lane, it offers expert essays on their historical and cultural dimensions, enriching studies of ancient spirituality.
About This Book
This volume compiles essays dedicated to the memory of M.J. Vermaseren, a prominent scholar of ancient religions. It focuses on the cults of Cybele and Attis, central to the religious landscape of the Graeco-Roman era.
The essays examine the rituals, iconography, and cultural significance of these mystery cults, drawing from archaeological and textual evidence. They reflect Vermaseren's influential work in this field.
As part of the Religions in the Graeco-Roman World series, volume 131 provides a comprehensive resource for understanding the interplay between Eastern and Western religious practices in antiquity.
Edited by Eugene N. Lane, the book serves as a tribute to Vermaseren's contributions, fostering continued research into these ancient devotional traditions.
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