Cosmogonies And Astro-Theology Of The Babylonians (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161600445)

Cosmogonies And Astro-Theology Of The Babylonians is a book written by A. H. Sayce that explores the ancient beliefs and practices of the Babylonians regarding the origins of the universe and the role of celestial bodies in their religion. The book delves into the Babylonian creation myth, Enuma Elish, and examines the ways in which the Babylonians viewed the sun, moon, planets, and stars as divine entities with significant influence over human affairs. Sayce also discusses the Babylonian zodiac and the use of astrology in their culture. This book provides a fascinating look into the beliefs and practices of one of the world's oldest civilizations and sheds light on their understanding of the cosmos.THIS 180 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Lectures on the Origin and Growth of Religion as Illustrated by the Religion of the Ancient Babylonians, by A. H. Sayce. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766190064.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.

Author: A. H. Sayce
ISBN-10: 1161600442
ISBN-13: 9781161600445
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 180
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.17lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.44d