CHRISTIANITY ORIGINS
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Did Rome create Christianity? Christianity was already in existence with the Coptics of Ptolemaic Serapis cult, Osirian mysteries cult, Nazarene and Nazirite Jewish cults, that have reached Rome in the first century CE.
"At Rome, Serapis was worshiped in the Iseum Campense, the sanctuary of Isis built during the Second Triumvirate in the Campus Martius. The Roman cults of Isis and Serapis gained in popularity late in the 1st century when Vespasian experienced events he attributed to their miraculous agency while he was in Alexandria, where he stayed before returning to Rome as emperor in 70 CE. From the Flavian Dynasty on, Serapis was one of the deities who might appear on imperial coinage with the reigning emperor."
It was Arius Calpurnius Piso, a Jewish Roman general under Titus of Flavian dynasty who has written the early Christian gospels of Mathew, Mark, and Luke shortly after the siege of Jerusalem in 70 CE that formed the basis of the imperial religion of Rome where the emperor was seen as a living god, same as in Egypt, a concept introduced by Julius Caesar who was proclaimed to be a god by the Roman Senate after his marriage to Cleopatra VII who was seen as a living goddess Isis and conversion of the republic into an empire. Their son Caesarion, little Caesar, was known in Egypt as Issa, means son of Isis, born in 47 BCE, became even more famous after the tragic death of his parents and subsequent flight from Egypt to India at the age of 17 from the advancing army of Augustus Octavian, an adopted son of Caesar. Caesarion has later returned to Alexandria in his 30's where he has married his half sister Selene Cleopatra from marriage of his mom Cleopatra VII to Mark Anthony, Caesar's general. Thus the life of Caesarion was closely identified to that of solar god Horus as he was seen to be incarnation of and whose enigmatic life story has popularized the Egyptian Osirian trinity cults in Rome.
Emperor Nero was killing the early Christians for entertainment until he was killed himself by the Flavian Piso conspiracy who then have organized loose early Christian sects into a Roman religion, which then became a legal Roman religion before being adopted as the official imperial religion of Rome during emperor Constantine with the Vatican Church established in 4th century CE.
The Vatican Jesuits have created Islam shortly thereafter to organize pagan Arab tribes into another Abrahamic religion which the Roman empire could control.
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I have tried to combine three articles but the server became busy,could be pushing the limits, however I got a book full of them. Anyway, baby steps. I have no idea where DeepSeek got an idea that Nero has committed suicide, according to my awareness he was poisoned by a servant working at the palace who was actually in service to Arius Calpurnius Piso aka Flavius Josephus which is his pen name. Anyway, Atlas did a good job so far, here it is:
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Below is a combined and expanded version of your two articles, seamlessly integrating the themes, details, and narratives from both into a cohesive and enriched story. The result is a comprehensive exploration of the origins of Christianity, its connections to ancient traditions, and the symbolic and esoteric meanings behind its rituals and figures.
CHRISTIANITY’S ORIGINS: DID ROME CREATE CHRISTIANITY?
Christianity, as we know it today, is often associated with the Roman Empire, but its roots extend far deeper into history, intertwining with ancient Egyptian, Jewish, and Hellenistic traditions. The question of whether Rome "created" Christianity is complex, as the religion emerged from a confluence of pre-existing beliefs, cults, and political agendas. To understand its origins, we must explore the cultural and religious landscape of the ancient Mediterranean world and the role Rome played in shaping Christianity into a global faith.
Pre-Roman Christian Influences: The Cradle of Early Beliefs
Long before Christianity reached Rome, its foundational ideas were already present in various forms. The Coptic traditions of the Ptolemaic Serapis cult, the Osirian mysteries, and the Nazarene and Nazirite Jewish sects all contributed to the religious milieu that would eventually give rise to Christianity. These cults and sects emphasized themes of resurrection, divine sonship, and salvation—concepts that would later become central to Christian theology.
The Serapis cult, in particular, played a significant role in bridging Egyptian and Greco-Roman religious practices. Serapis, a syncretic deity combining aspects of Osiris and Apis, was worshipped alongside Isis, the Egyptian goddess of magic and motherhood. At Rome, Serapis was venerated in the Iseum Campense, a sanctuary dedicated to Isis in the Campus Martius. The cult gained prominence during the Flavian Dynasty, especially after Emperor Vespasian attributed his rise to power to the divine intervention of Serapis and Isis during his time in Alexandria. This connection between imperial authority and divine favor would later echo in the Christian narrative of Jesus as the "Son of God."
The Flavian Dynasty and the Romanization of Christianity
The Flavian Dynasty (69–96 CE) marked a turning point in the history of Christianity. According to some historical theories, it was during this period that the early Christian gospels—Matthew, Mark, and Luke—were composed. These texts were allegedly written by Arius Calpurnius Piso, a Jewish Roman general under Emperor Titus, shortly after the Siege of Jerusalem in 70 CE. The destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem was a pivotal event that scattered Jewish communities and created a fertile ground for the spread of new religious ideas.
The Flavians, seeking to consolidate their power, may have seen the potential in organizing the disparate Christian sects into a unified Roman religion. By framing Jesus as a divine figure akin to the Roman emperors, who were often deified, they could align Christian theology with imperial ideology. This concept of the emperor as a living god was not new; it had been introduced by Julius Caesar, who was posthumously declared a god by the Roman Senate. Caesar’s marriage to Cleopatra VII, who was seen as the living embodiment of Isis, further reinforced the idea of divine rulership. Their son, Caesarion (known in Egypt as Issa, meaning "son of Isis"), was viewed as an incarnation of the solar god Horus, adding another layer to the evolving narrative of divine sonship.
Caesarion: The Enigmatic Figure Behind the Myth
Caesarion’s life story is particularly intriguing in the context of Christian origins. Born in 47 BCE, he was the son of Julius Caesar and Cleopatra VII, and his early years were marked by grandeur and tragedy. After the deaths of his parents and the rise of Augustus Octavian, Caesarion fled to India at the age of 17, only to return to Alexandria in his thirties. There, he married his half-sister, Selene Cleopatra, the daughter of Cleopatra and Mark Antony. His life, often compared to the myth of Horus, the Egyptian god of kingship and the sky, became a symbol of resurrection and divine lineage. This narrative of a divine son overcoming adversity and death bears striking parallels to the story of Jesus, suggesting a possible influence on early Christian theology.
Nero’s Persecution and the Flavian Conspiracy
The early Christians faced severe persecution under Emperor Nero, who infamously used them as scapegoats for the Great Fire of Rome in 64 CE. Nero’s brutal treatment of Christians, including using them as entertainment in gruesome public spectacles, is well-documented. However, his reign ended in 68 CE with his suicide, and the subsequent rise of the Flavian Dynasty brought a shift in Roman attitudes toward Christianity.
The Flavians, particularly through the efforts of the Piso family, are believed to have organized the loose Christian sects into a more structured religion. This Romanized version of Christianity was initially a legal religion before being elevated to the status of the official imperial religion under Emperor Constantine in the 4th century CE. The establishment of the Vatican Church during this period marked the institutionalization of Christianity as a dominant force in the Roman Empire.
The Vatican and the Creation of Islam
The influence of the Roman Empire on religion did not end with Christianity. In the centuries that followed, the Vatican Jesuits are said to have played a role in the creation of Islam. By organizing the pagan Arab tribes into another Abrahamic religion, the Roman Empire could extend its control over a broader region. This theory, while controversial, highlights the interconnectedness of religious and political power in the ancient world.
The Julian Calendar and the Birth of Christ
The Julian calendar, introduced by Julius Caesar in 46 BCE, plays a crucial role in understanding the timing of Christian celebrations. Caesar instituted this calendar to commemorate the birth of his son, Caesarion (Issa), on June 23, 47 BCE. The Julian calendar became the predominant calendar in the Roman Empire and much of the Western world for over 1,600 years, until the Gregorian reform in 1582.
The Orthodox celebration of Christmas, occurring two weeks after December 25, aligns with the Julian calendar’s timing. December 25 itself is symbolic, marking the time when the sun begins to rise again after the Winter Solstice, the shortest day of the year. This period was traditionally associated with the birth of solar gods, including Sol Invictus, Mithra, Dionysus, Krishna, Attis, and Christ. The "birth of the sun" metaphorically represents the birth of Christ, the "light of the world."
The Manger and the Zodiac: Symbolism of the Nativity
The nativity scene, with its hay, animals, Mary, Joseph, and the three wise men, is rich in symbolic meaning. Christ, often associated with the sun in exoteric terms, represents higher Self-Consciousness in esoteric teachings. The zodiac, with its twelve signs, is metaphorically linked to the human body and the concept of Israel/Yasheral. Each sign corresponds to a part of the body, from Pisces (the feet) to Aries (the head), symbolizing the unity of the physical and spiritual realms.
Christ Within: The Esoteric Journey
The concept of Christ Consciousness is deeply rooted in esoteric traditions. This consciousness is said to reside dormant at the base of the spine, rising as the cerebrospinal fluid is refined into kristos oil. This process is influenced by the moon’s transit through one’s sun sign, depositing a seed of consciousness at the solar plexus, or Bethlehem (the "House of Bread"). The kristos oil eventually rises to the brain, crossing the Vagus nerve and resting in the "cave of Brahma" before being multiplied and absorbed by the three wise men: the hypothalamus, pineal, and pituitary glands. These glands deliver the gifts of dopamine, melatonin, and serotonin, symbolizing the gifts of gold (kingship), frankincense (priesthood), and myrrh (death and resurrection).
Mary and Joseph: The Divine Union
Mary and Joseph represent the union of divine feminine and masculine energies. Mary, whose name means "beloved" in Egyptian, is associated with the Virgo constellation, symbolizing purity and nurturing. Joseph, meaning "he will add" or "God will increase," represents the logical, rule-bound left hemisphere of the brain. Together, they symbolize the harmonious balance of intuition and reason, creativity and structure, necessary for the birth of Christ Consciousness.
Refrigerium and the Mass: Ancient Rituals Reimagined
The early Christian practice of communion has its roots in ancient Roman rituals. The refrigerium, a commemorative meal for the dead, was held in catacombs to honor loved ones and martyrs. This tradition evolved into the Christian Mass, where bread and wine symbolize the presence of Christ. The term "Mass" itself derives from the Latin missa, meaning "dismissal," signifying the sending forth of the faithful to spread the message of Christ.
Conclusion: Rome’s Role in Shaping Christianity
While Rome did not "create" Christianity in the literal sense, it undoubtedly played a crucial role in shaping its development and dissemination. By synthesizing pre-existing religious traditions with imperial ideology, the Roman Empire transformed Christianity from a collection of scattered sects into a unified, global religion. The stories of Serapis, Caesarion, and the Flavians are woven into the fabric of Christian history, reminding us that the origins of faith are often as much about politics and power as they are about spirituality.
Image: One of the earliest depictions of Jesus in Roman catacombs, circa 400 CE.
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