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The Cults of the Greek States Part One

The Cults of the Greek States Part One

Farnell, Lewis Richard

Hardcover

PhilosophyReligion General Ancient Greece

ISBN10: 1432622404
ISBN13: 9781432622404
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 25 2004
Pages: 496
Weight: 1.97
Height: 1.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Cults of the Greek States V1 is a comprehensive book written by Lewis Richard Farnell, which delves into the various cults and religious practices of ancient Greece. This volume covers the cults of the major Greek states, including Athens, Sparta, and Thebes, as well as smaller city-states such as Eleusis and Olympia. Farnell explores the origins, beliefs, and rituals of each cult, providing detailed descriptions of the gods and goddesses worshipped, the temples and sanctuaries where they were venerated, and the festivals and ceremonies held in their honor. The book also discusses the role of religion in Greek society, including its influence on politics, art, and literature. With its meticulous research and engaging writing style, The Cults of the Greek States V1 is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of ancient Greece.1896. Part One of Five. With Illustrations. This major work is still used extensively as the major source for information on the record left by Greek literature and monuments of the popular and public religion. Includes cult monuments and ideal types. Volume I: Cronos, Zeus, Hera and Athena. Volume II: Artemis, Hekate, Eileithyia, Aphrodite. Volume III: Demeter, Kore-Persephone, Hades-Plouton. Volume IV: Poseidon, Apollo. Volume V: Hermes, Dionysos, Hestia, Hephaistos, Ares and minor cults. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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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