David Ulansey
Biographic Data
| ID | 5633403 |
|---|---|
| NAME | David Ulansey |
| GIVEN NAMES | David |
| FAMILY NAME | Ulansey |
| SIGNATURE | ULANSEY D |
| VERIFIED | No |
| TOTAL WORKS | 2 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 9 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 2 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 1991 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 1991 |
| H-INDEX | 1 |
The Meaning of the Bull-Slaying
As was discussed in the previous chapter, the precession of the equinoxes discovered by Hipparchus was the basis of the Stoics' claim that there was a divinity of great power accountable for such phenomenon. This precession was symbolized by the death of the bull being killed by Perseus—whom they referred to as their native god. His power was shown not just over the bull, but also over other constellations resting on the celestial equator when th…
The Origins of the Mithraic Mysteries: Cosmology and Salvation in the Ancient World
The Meaning of the Bull-Slaying
As was discussed in the previous chapter, the precession of the equinoxes discovered by Hipparchus was the basis of the Stoics' claim that there was a divinity of great power accountable for such phenomenon. This precession was symbolized by the death of the bull being killed by Perseus—whom they referred to as their native god. His power was shown not just over the bull, but also over other constellations resting on the celestial equator when th…
The Origins of the Mithraic Mysteries: Cosmology and Salvation in the Ancient World
Classical Antiquity Studies (2 works) · Ancient history (1 works) · Art (1 works) · Astronomy (1 works) · Biblical Studies and Interpretation (1 works) · Computer Science (1 works) · Cult (1 works) · Divinity (1 works) · Epistemology (1 works) · Equator (1 works)