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The Earliest Solar Shrines In Egypt And Other Similar Shrines Elsewhere

The Earliest Solar Shrines In Egypt And Other Similar Shrines Elsewhere

Lockyer, J. Norman

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Metaphysical GeneralMythology & FolkloreAncient Egypt

ISBN10: 1417968176
ISBN13: 9781417968176
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 8 2005
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.10 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The book titled The Earliest Solar Shrines In Egypt And Other Similar Shrines Elsewhere is written by J. Norman Lockyer. This book is a comprehensive study of the earliest solar shrines in Egypt and other similar shrines found in other parts of the world. The author explores the origins of these shrines, their construction, and their religious significance.The book begins with an introduction to the solar cult and its importance in ancient Egyptian religion. The author then goes on to describe the various types of solar shrines that were built in Egypt, including the early shrines of Heliopolis and the later temples of Amun-Ra.The author also explores the similarities between the solar shrines of Egypt and those found in other parts of the world, such as the shrines of the Mayans and the Incas. He examines the common themes and motifs that are found in these shrines and discusses their possible origins.Throughout the book, the author provides detailed descriptions of the various solar shrines and their features, including their orientation, layout, and decoration. He also discusses the astronomical alignments of these shrines and their relationship to the movements of the sun and stars.Overall, The Earliest Solar Shrines In Egypt And Other Similar Shrines Elsewhere is an informative and detailed study of the earliest solar shrines in Egypt and their significance in ancient religion. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of ancient Egyptian religion and the development of solar cults in other parts of the world.THIS 32 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Dawn of Astronomy, by J. Norman Lockyer. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564591123.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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