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Sacred Mysteries Among The Mayas And The Quiches

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Sacred Mysteries Among The Mayas And The Quiches is a book written by Augustus Le Plongeon that explores the ancient Mayan and Quiche cultures of Central America. The author, who was an archaeologist and photographer, spent many years studying the ruins of these civilizations and their intricate religious beliefs. The book delves into the mysteries of their sacred rituals, including the use of hallucinogenic plants, blood sacrifices, and the worship of idols. It also examines the role of women in these societies and their connection to the divine. Le Plongeon's research is based on his own observations as well as ancient texts and artifacts, providing a comprehensive and fascinating glimpse into the spiritual practices of these ancient cultures. Overall, Sacred Mysteries Among The Mayas And The Quiches is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and beliefs of the Mayan and Quiche peoples.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1909 Edition.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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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781497901797
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 210
  • Udgivet:
  • 29. marts 2014
  • Størrelse:
  • 178x254x13 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 585 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 2. december 2024
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Sacred Mysteries Among The Mayas And The Quiches is a book written by Augustus Le Plongeon that explores the ancient Mayan and Quiche cultures of Central America. The author, who was an archaeologist and photographer, spent many years studying the ruins of these civilizations and their intricate religious beliefs. The book delves into the mysteries of their sacred rituals, including the use of hallucinogenic plants, blood sacrifices, and the worship of idols. It also examines the role of women in these societies and their connection to the divine. Le Plongeon's research is based on his own observations as well as ancient texts and artifacts, providing a comprehensive and fascinating glimpse into the spiritual practices of these ancient cultures. Overall, Sacred Mysteries Among The Mayas And The Quiches is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and beliefs of the Mayan and Quiche peoples.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1909 Edition.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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