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Predynastic Egyptian Cults: Animism, Fetishism And Idols

Predynastic Egyptian Cults: Animism, Fetishism And Idols

Budge, E. A. Wallis

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African HistoryAncient EgyptFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1162900032
ISBN13: 9781162900032
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 64
Weight: 0.37
Height: 0.13 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Predynastic Egyptian Cults: Animism, Fetishism And Idols is a book written by E. A. Wallis Budge, an Egyptologist and author who was a renowned expert in the field of ancient Egyptian religion and mythology. The book explores the religious beliefs and practices of the people who lived in Egypt before the establishment of the pharaonic dynasties, known as the Predynastic period.Budge examines the various cults and rituals that were practiced by the Predynastic Egyptians, including animism, fetishism, and the worship of idols. He discusses the role of animals and natural objects in their religious beliefs, as well as the importance of ancestor worship and the cult of the dead.The book also delves into the symbolism and iconography of Predynastic Egyptian religion, including the use of amulets and talismans, and the significance of certain symbols such as the ankh and the djed pillar. Budge draws on a wide range of sources, including archaeological evidence, ancient texts, and contemporary accounts of Predynastic Egyptian religion.Overall, Predynastic Egyptian Cults: Animism, Fetishism And Idols provides a fascinating insight into the religious beliefs and practices of one of the world's oldest civilizations, and is an essential read for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian religion and mythology.THIS 64 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: From Fetish to God in Ancient Egypt, by E. A. Wallis Budge. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766162850.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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