Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a fascinating overview of the ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead, a collection of religious texts that provide insight into the funerary beliefs and practices of one of the world's oldest civilizations. The author meticulously translates 160 chapters and hymns from the Theban Recension of the book, offering a glimpse into the beliefs and rituals surrounding death, judgment, and the afterlife. The book situates the Book of the Dead within the broader context of ancient Egyptian history and religion, revealing the profound significance it held in shaping the spiritual beliefs of the ancient Egyptians. Through a comprehensive analysis of the book's contents, the author explores its key themes, including the role of Osiris as the god of the afterlife, the concept of resurrection and eternal life, and the importance of funerary rituals in ensuring the deceased's safe passage into the afterlife. With its wealth of historical information, religious insights, and detailed translations, this book serves as an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in ancient Egyptian religion and the origins of funerary practices. 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 9781333910334_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333910334
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333910334
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)