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The Gods Of Egypt

The Gods Of Egypt

Sayce, A. H.
Maspero, G.

Paperback

Ancient History GeneralFiction AnthologiesGeneral Christianity

ISBN10: 1162910356
ISBN13: 9781162910352
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 120
Weight: 0.63
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Gods of Egypt is a book written by Gaston Maspero, a French Egyptologist, that provides a comprehensive overview of the religious beliefs and practices of ancient Egyptians. Maspero explores the pantheon of Egyptian gods and goddesses, their roles in mythology, and their influence on daily life and ritual practices.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the creation myths, the cult of the dead, the pharaohs as divine rulers, and the various festivals and ceremonies that were held in honor of the gods. Maspero also delves into the symbolism and iconography of Egyptian deities, as well as their relationships with each other and with humans.Throughout the book, Maspero draws on a wealth of primary sources, including hieroglyphic inscriptions, temple reliefs, and papyri, to provide a detailed and authoritative account of Egyptian religion. He also offers insights into the social and political contexts in which these beliefs and practices developed, shedding light on the broader cultural and historical significance of ancient Egyptian religion.Overall, The Gods of Egypt is an essential resource for anyone interested in the mythology and religion of ancient Egypt, and a fascinating glimpse into one of the world's most enduring and complex belief systems.THIS 120 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: History of Egypt Part 1, by G. Maspero. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766135012.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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