The Religion of Ancient Egypt is a nonfiction book written by A. H. Sayce. It provides a comprehensive overview of the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Egyptians, from the earliest times to the end of the pharaonic era. Sayce examines the role of the gods and goddesses in Egyptian society, the importance of ritual and ceremony, and the ways in which religion influenced art, literature, and politics. He also explores the afterlife and the complex beliefs surrounding death and the journey to the underworld. The ...
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The Religion of Ancient Egypt is a nonfiction book written by A. H. Sayce. It provides a comprehensive overview of the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Egyptians, from the earliest times to the end of the pharaonic era. Sayce examines the role of the gods and goddesses in Egyptian society, the importance of ritual and ceremony, and the ways in which religion influenced art, literature, and politics. He also explores the afterlife and the complex beliefs surrounding death and the journey to the underworld. The book is based on extensive research and draws on a wide range of sources, including hieroglyphic inscriptions, tomb paintings, and papyri. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal introduction for anyone interested in the religion and culture of ancient Egypt.1913. A course of lectures on the religion of ancient Egypt by the noted archaeologist, A.H. Sayce. Contents: Egyptian Religion; The Imperishable Part of Man and the Other World; The Sun-God and the Ennead; Animal Worship; Osiris and the Osirian Faith; The Sacred Books; The Popular Religion of Egypt; and The Place of Egyptian Religion in the History of Theology. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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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