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Tutankhamen: Amenism, Atenism and Egyptian Monotheism

Tutankhamen: Amenism, Atenism and Egyptian Monotheism

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Religion General ArchaeologyAncient Egypt

ISBN10: 102605575X
ISBN13: 9781026055755
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 210
Weight: 0.66
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Tutankhamen; Amenism, Atenism and Egyptian Monotheism provides a fascinating scholarly investigation into the religious and political upheavals of the Eighteenth Dynasty. Written by the distinguished Egyptologist Sir E. A. Wallis Budge, this work explores the dramatic shift from the traditional cult of Amen to the revolutionary monotheistic worship of the sun-disk, Aten, led by the Pharaoh Akhenaten. The book meticulously details the rise of Atenism, its impact on Egyptian society, and the eventual restoration of the old gods under the reign of the young king, Tutankhamen.

Through an analysis of ancient hymns, inscriptions, and historical records, the author sheds light on the theological nuances of Egyptian monotheism and the power struggles between the pharaohs and the powerful priesthood of Amen at Thebes. Budge offers a comprehensive look at the spiritual life of ancient Egyptians during a period of unprecedented transformation. This volume remains an essential resource for students of archaeology, ancient history, and the evolution of religious thought, providing deep context for the discovery of the most famous tomb in history. Tutankhamen; Amenism, Atenism and Egyptian Monotheism is a classic study of the beliefs that shaped a civilization.

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