General Remarks On Orphic Theology And Symbolism (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161542493)

""General Remarks on Orphic Theology and Symbolism"" by G.R.S. Mead is a comprehensive exploration of the ancient Greek religious tradition of Orphism. Mead delves into the intricacies of Orphic theology, examining its beliefs about the nature of the universe, the gods, and the afterlife. He also explores the symbolism of the Orphic tradition, discussing the significance of various myths, symbols, and rituals. Mead draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological evidence, and comparative mythology, to provide a detailed and insightful analysis of this fascinating religious tradition. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion, mythology, and ancient Greek culture.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Orpheus, by G. R. S. Mead. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564596117.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: G. R. S. Mead
ISBN-10: 1161542493
ISBN-13: 9781161542493
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 28
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.81lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d