The Religion of Ancient Egypt

The Religion of Ancient Egypt is a comprehensive book written by W. M. Flinders Petrie, an influential Egyptologist and archaeologist. The book explores the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Egyptians, who lived in the Nile Valley from around 3100 BCE to 30 BCE. Petrie provides a detailed account of the gods and goddesses worshipped by the Egyptians, including their origins, characteristics, and roles in mythology. He also examines the various rituals and ceremonies associated with the Egyptian religion, such as the construction of temples and tombs, the use of amulets and talismans, and the practice of mummification. In addition, the book delves into the social and cultural context of the Egyptian religion, examining its relationship to politics, art, and literature. The Religion of Ancient Egypt is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of ancient Egypt, as well as for scholars and students of religion and archaeology.1908. Contents: nature of gods; nature of man; future life; animal worship; groups of gods, animal-headed gods; human gods; cosmic gods; abstract gods; foreign gods; cosmogony; ritual and priesthood; sacred books; private worship; Egyptian ethics; influence of Egypt.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.