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The Cult Of Aten, The God And Disk Of The Sun, Its Origin, Development And Decline

The Cult Of Aten, The God And Disk Of The Sun, Its Origin, Development And Decline

Budge, E. A. Wallis

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Religion General Ancient EgyptFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1162856971
ISBN13: 9781162856971
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 28
Weight: 0.15
Height: 0.06 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
The Cult of Aten is a comprehensive study of the ancient Egyptian religion centered around the worship of the god Aten, represented by the sun disk. Written by renowned Egyptologist E.A. Wallis Budge, the book explores the origins, development, and decline of this unique cult, which rose to prominence during the reign of Pharaoh Akhenaten in the 14th century BCE.Budge examines the historical and cultural context in which the cult of Aten emerged, tracing its roots back to the earliest periods of Egyptian history. He delves into the symbolism and mythology associated with Aten, exploring the ways in which the god was worshipped and the rituals and ceremonies that were performed in his honor.The book also covers the political and social implications of the cult of Aten, including its impact on the traditional religious establishment and its role in the wider cultural and artistic movements of the time. Budge provides a detailed analysis of the decline of the cult, which was ultimately suppressed by Akhenaten's successors and faded into obscurity.Overall, The Cult of Aten is a fascinating and informative exploration of one of the most intriguing and enigmatic aspects of ancient Egyptian religion and culture. With its detailed scholarship and engaging writing style, it is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Egypt and the evolution of religious beliefs and practices.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Tutankhamen Amenism, Atenism and Egyptian Monotheism, by E. A. Wallis Budge. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766134474.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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