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Religion And Magic In Ancient Egypt Rosalie David

The ancient Egyptians believed that the Nile - their source of life - was a divine gift. Religion and magic permeated their civilized world, and this book provides a unique insight into their...

The ancient Egyptians believed that the Nile - their source of life - was a divine gift. Religion and magic permeated their civilized world, and this book provides a unique insight into their religious beliefs and practices, from 5000 BC to the 4th century AD, when Egyptian Christianity replaced older customs. Arranged chronologically, the book offers an...

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The ancient Egyptians believed that the Nile - their source of life - was a divine gift. Religion and magic permeated their civilized world, and this book provides a unique insight into their religious beliefs and practices, from 5000 BC to the 4th century AD, when Egyptian Christianity replaced older customs. Arranged chronologically, the book offers an interesting introduction to the world of demigods and gods with human and vivid form; death rituals, the afterlife, and mummification; the worship of sacred animals, pyramids, magic, and medicine. An appendix contains translations of ancient Egyptian spells.

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Publisher
Penguin
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Type
General History
Theme
Ancient Greece
Language
English
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Cover
Soft
Number of Pages
488
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Publication Date
2003
Dimensions
19.7x2.3 cm
ISBN-13
9780140262520

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The ancient Egyptians believed that the Nile - their source of life - was a divine gift. Religion and magic permeated their civilized world, and this book provides a unique insight into their religious beliefs and practices, from 5000 BC to the 4th century AD, when Egyptian Christianity replaced older customs. Arranged chronologically, the book offers an interesting introduction to the world of demigods and gods with human and vivid form; death rituals, the afterlife, and mummification; the worship of sacred animals, pyramids, magic, and medicine. An appendix contains translations of ancient Egyptian spells.

Manufacturer

Publisher
Penguin
Skroutz Book Awards 2025
-
Type
General History
Theme
Ancient Greece
Language
English
Subtitle
-
Cover
Soft
Number of Pages
488
Release Date
-
Publication Date
2003
Dimensions
19.7x2.3 cm
ISBN-13
9780140262520

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

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