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Cults, Myths and Religions

Cults, Myths and Religions

Frost, Elizabeth
Reinach, Salomon

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Comparative ReligionAnthropologyFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1162581808
ISBN13: 9781162581804
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 228
Weight: 0.88
Height: 0.48 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Cults, Myths and Religions by Salomon Reinach is a comprehensive study of the origins and development of various religious beliefs and practices around the world. The book explores the similarities and differences between different religions, including ancient Greek and Roman religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Reinach examines the role of myths and legends in shaping religious beliefs, and discusses the ways in which religions have influenced art, literature, and culture throughout history. The book also delves into the topic of cults, analyzing the psychology behind their formation and the dangers they can pose to individuals and society. Overall, Cults, Myths and Religions provides a fascinating and insightful look at the complex and diverse world of religious beliefs and practices.1912. Contents: general phenomena of animal toteism; theory of sacrifice; origin and essence of taboos; tarpeia; domestication of animals; the king sacrificed; origin of prayers for the dead; art and magic; the Apostles among the Anthropophagi; Babylonian myths and the first chapters of Genesis; Hebraic Sabbath; sentiment of modesty; morality of Mithraism; progress of humanity.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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