Sumerian Hymns From Cuneiform Texts in the British Museum - Couverture rigide

Vanderburgh, Frederick Augustus

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1023341026 ISBN 13 : 9781023341028

Editeur : Anson Street Press, 2025

Synopsis

Explore the spiritual landscape of ancient Mesopotamia with "Sumerian Hymns: from Cuneiform Texts in the British Museum," meticulously translated and compiled by Frederick Augustus Vanderburgh. This collection offers a rare glimpse into the religious beliefs and practices of the Sumerians through their own sacred poetry. Drawn directly from cuneiform texts housed in the British Museum, these hymns provide invaluable insight into the heart of Sumerian religious life.

Discover timeless expressions of devotion, praise, and supplication to deities that shaped one of the earliest known civilizations. Explore themes of creation, kingship, and the human relationship with the divine. A cornerstone for those interested in ancient religion, religious poetry, and the history of Mesopotamia, "Sumerian Hymns" offers a direct connection to the voices of the past, preserving their enduring words for posterity. A valuable resource for understanding ancient history and the roots of religious expression.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Anson Street Press
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1023341026
• ISBN 13: 9781023341028
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 134
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible