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Gods Of The Gentiles: Non-Jewish Cultural Religions Of Antiquity

Gods Of The Gentiles: Non-Jewish Cultural Religions Of Antiquity

Ring, George C.

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Comparative ReligionAncient History GeneralFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1163176400
ISBN13: 9781163176405
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 408
Weight: 1.20
Height: 0.84 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Gods of the Gentiles: Non-Jewish Cultural Religions of Antiquity is a comprehensive academic work by George C. Ring that explores the religious beliefs and practices of various non-Jewish cultures in the ancient world. The book provides a detailed examination of the religious traditions of ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt, Mesopotamia, and other regions, highlighting the similarities and differences between them.The author begins by discussing the concept of paganism and how it has been used to describe the religious practices of non-Jewish cultures. He then delves into the mythology and pantheons of the different cultures, examining the gods and goddesses that were worshipped and the rituals and ceremonies that were performed in their honor.The book also explores the role of religion in ancient society, discussing how it was intertwined with politics, economics, and social structures. The author examines the ways in which religious beliefs and practices influenced art, literature, and other cultural expressions.Overall, Gods of the Gentiles provides a fascinating insight into the diverse religious beliefs and practices of the ancient world. It is a valuable resource for scholars of religion, history, and culture, as well as anyone interested in learning more about the rich and complex tapestry of human spirituality.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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