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Mystery Religion And Zoroastrianism Similarities

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Both the Mystery Religions and Zoroastrianism have gods that are similar to Christianity because of their Gods’ benevolence. For example, when Isis comes to Lucius in The Metamorphoses, she says,”...here I am, taking pity on your miseries; here I am, benevolent and protective” (The Metamorphoses 2). While Isis declares herself to be benevolent, it is her actions that show this even more. Isis, as a mighty goddess, still makes sure to comfort her followers, confirming her nature of being kind and loving. Throughout Christian text, God is often seen to be a figure that cares and loves his followers, and these same emotions are seen in Isis, illustrating the similarity. Furthermore, Zoroaster, in The Gathas, asks Ahura Mazda “…whether I shall…earn

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