Orphism, Pythagoreanism And The Mysteries

""Orphism, Pythagoreanism And The Mysteries"" by Clifford Herschel Moore is a scholarly exploration of the ancient Greek religious movements of Orphism and Pythagoreanism, as well as the mystery cults that were prevalent in the Mediterranean world during the classical period. The book delves into the philosophical and spiritual beliefs of these groups, examining their views on the nature of the universe, the role of the gods, and the afterlife. Moore draws on a wide range of primary sources, including ancient texts, inscriptions, and archaeological evidence, to provide a comprehensive overview of these religious traditions. The book also explores the influence of Orphism and Pythagoreanism on later philosophical and religious movements, such as Neoplatonism and Gnosticism. Overall, ""Orphism, Pythagoreanism And The Mysteries"" offers a detailed and nuanced analysis of some of the most intriguing and enigmatic aspects of ancient Greek religion and philosophy.THIS 42 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Religious Thought of the Greeks, by Clifford Herschel Moore. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766151301.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.