Mithraism

/məˌθreɪˈɪzəm/
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Definitions of Mithraism
  1. noun
    ancient Persian religion; popular among Romans during first three centuries a.d.
    synonyms: Mithraicism
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    type of:
    faith, religion, religious belief
    a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
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