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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient Sumerian religious texts. The author meticulously translates and analyzes a collection of these texts, providing valuable insights into the beliefs, rituals, and cultural practices of a civilization that flourished thousands of years ago. The book's focus on incantations, hymns, and creation myths sheds light on the Sumerian understanding of the divine and their intricate relationship with the natural world. The author places these texts within their broader historical context, comparing them to similar texts from Egypt and other ancient civilizations. The book delves into the complexities of Sumerian religious thought, exploring the interplay of animism, magic, and formal religious practice. The author also highlights the importance of the serpent goddess, Sir, and her unique role in Sumerian mythology. Through this collection of Sumerian texts, the author reveals a civilization with a sophisticated and multifaceted religious worldview, offering a valuable window into the early development of religious thought and practice. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282269012_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282269012
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