Mystery schools, secret societies and earlier movements. Sourced profiles of historical mystery religions, initiatory orders, and esoteric movements across antiquity and modern history.
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An ancient Roman mystery religion popular among legions and merchants, distinguished by subterranean temple sanctuaries, a strict seven-grade initiatory hierarchy, sacred communal banquets, and esoteric cosmic oaths.
An official personal prelature of the Catholic Church focused on sanctifying secular profession, recognized for disciplined spiritual direction, corporate mortification, and significant presence across civil governance.
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