The Healing Gods of Ancient Civilizations by Walter Addison Jayne is a comprehensive exploration of the deities and practices of healing in the ancient world. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including texts, art, and archaeological evidence, Jayne examines the beliefs and rituals of cultures from around the globe, including Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, Rome, and China. The book begins with an overview of the concept of healing in ancient societies, including the role of the gods in this process. Jayne then delves into ...
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The Healing Gods of Ancient Civilizations by Walter Addison Jayne is a comprehensive exploration of the deities and practices of healing in the ancient world. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including texts, art, and archaeological evidence, Jayne examines the beliefs and rituals of cultures from around the globe, including Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, Rome, and China. The book begins with an overview of the concept of healing in ancient societies, including the role of the gods in this process. Jayne then delves into the specific deities associated with healing, such as the Egyptian goddess Isis, the Greek god Asclepius, and the Chinese god Shennong. She discusses their attributes and symbolism, as well as the rituals and practices associated with their worship. Throughout the book, Jayne also explores the use of herbs, amulets, and other forms of medicine in ancient cultures, and how these practices were intertwined with religious beliefs. She also examines the role of healers, such as priests and shamans, and their relationship with the divine. Overall, The Healing Gods of Ancient Civilizations is a fascinating and informative look at the ways in which ancient cultures approached healing and the divine. It offers a unique perspective on the history of medicine and religion, and sheds light on the enduring human quest for health and well-being.This is a new release of the original 1925 edition.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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Add this copy of Healing Gods of Ancient Civilizations to cart. $6.80, good condition, Sold by Books From California rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Simi Valley, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1925 by Ams Pr Inc.
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Very good; Collectible. The hardcover only stated University Edition from 1962. Other than a back cardholder flyleaf (ex libris) and front flyleaf to spine could use reinforcement (fully intact! ), both the mylar-covered DJ and the book are in positively excellent condition. There are no rips, tears, etc. and the pages and binding are tight as a drum.
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