Ancient Rituals of Mesopotamia Revealed

Daily Life And Beliefs In Ancient Mesopotamia

von James R. Hartwell

180 Seiten, Taschenbuch, ab 1 Jahre

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Nestled between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, the cradle of civilization fostered complex societies where the divine and the mundane were deeply intertwined. This comprehensive historical account explores the intricate socio-religious structures, agricultural rhythms, and cultural practices that characterized early human settlement in the ancient Near East. Moving beyond a mere chronicle of kings and conquests, the text examines the nuanced realities of ordinary citizens, temple economies, and the profound mythological frameworks that guided their understanding of the cosmos. Relying on primary cuneiform texts, archaeological excavations, and surviving administrative records, the narrative carefully deconstructs the systemic rituals and communal devotions that sustained these urban centers. This rigorous analysis provides a layered, objective perspective on how early populations negotiated their environment and spirituality, offering vital context for understanding the foundational legacy of human cultural evolution.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte
• ISBN: 9783565436224
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 05.05.2026
• Größe: 29.7 x 21 cm
• Verlag: epubli
• Empf. Lesealter: ab 1 Jahre