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Religion and ritual in ancient Egypt /

This book is a vivid reconstruction of the practical aspects of ancient Egyptian religion. Through an examination of artefacts and inscriptions, the text explores a variety of issues. For example, who was allowed to enter the temples, and what rituals were performed therein? Who served as priests? H...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Teeter, Emily
Autor Corporativo: Cambridge University Press
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: New York : Cambridge University Press, 2011.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
Tabla de Contenidos:
  • 1. The Egyptian mind
  • 2. Priests
  • 3. Inside the temple: the world of the gods
  • 4. Festivals
  • 5. Contacting the gods
  • 6. The presence of the gods: how gods communicated with men
  • 7. Death and funeral rites
  • 8. Communicating with the dead
  • 9. Magic to charm and to kill
  • 10. The Amarna Period: practical aspects of 'monotheism'
  • Afterword: an appraisal of Egyptian religion.