The Dawn of Astronomy

A Study of the Temple-Worship and Mythology of the Ancient Egyptians

von J. Norman Lockyer

448 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Dawn of Astronomy: A Study of the Temple-Worship and Mythology of the Ancient Egyptians is a comprehensive book written by J. Norman Lockyer. The book explores the ancient Egyptian civilization and their beliefs about astronomy, mythology, and temple worship. The author delves into the religious practices of the ancient Egyptians and how they viewed the stars, planets, and other celestial bodies. He examines the role of the temples in their society and how they were used as observatories to study the heavens. Lockyer also discusses the mythology of the ancient Egyptians and how it influenced their understanding of astronomy. He provides detailed accounts of the various gods and goddesses associated with the stars, planets, and other celestial bodies. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of astronomy and the ancient Egyptian civilization. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers alike. The author's extensive research and knowledge of the subject matter make this book an authoritative source on the topic. Overall, The Dawn of Astronomy is a fascinating study of the intersection between religion, mythology, and science in ancient 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.

• Themen: Philosophie und Religion Religion und Glaube Religion, allgemein Vergleichende Religionswissenschaft
• ISBN: 9781417984107
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 08.12.2005
• Größe: 280 x 210 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC