Astrology and Religion Among the Greeks and Romans

Astrology and Religion Among the Greeks and Romans is a book written by Franz Cumont that explores the relationship between astrology and religion in ancient Greece and Rome. The book delves into the beliefs and practices of these ancient civilizations, examining how they viewed the stars and planets and how they incorporated astrological principles into their religious practices.Cumont's book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of astrology and religion in ancient Greece and Rome. He begins by discussing the origins of astrology and its early development in Mesopotamia, before moving on to explore how the Greeks and Romans adopted and adapted these ideas.Throughout the book, Cumont examines the various astrological practices and beliefs of the Greeks and Romans, including the use of horoscopes, the interpretation of celestial omens, and the belief in the influence of the planets on human affairs. He also explores the role of astrology in ancient religion, examining how it was used to predict the future, diagnose illness, and even guide political decisions.Overall, Astrology and Religion Among the Greeks and Romans provides a fascinating insight into the complex relationship between astrology and religion in ancient Greece and Rome. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of astrology or the ancient world in general.1912. Contents: The Chaldeans; Sketch of the History of Chaldean Astronomy and Its Influence Upon the Religion; Babylonia and Greece; Dissemination in the West; Power of Astrology; Hermetic Books; Israel and Astrology; The Oriental Mysteries; Theology; Sacred Numbers; The Sun as the Highest God; Development of Solar Theology; Astral Mysticism Ethics and Cult; Mystic Element in Astral Religion; Cosmic Emotion; Eschatology; Astral Mysticism as a Preparation for the Future Life; Principal Doctrines; Magic Processes.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.