General Remarks On Orphic Theology And Symbolism (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162853703)

General Remarks On Orphic Theology And Symbolism is a book written by G.R.S. Mead. It is a detailed exploration of the Orphic tradition, which was a mystical and religious movement in ancient Greece. Mead examines the theology and symbolism of the Orphic tradition, including its beliefs about the afterlife, the soul, and the divine. He also discusses the role of music and poetry in Orphic rituals, and the use of symbols and allegories to convey spiritual truths. Mead draws on a variety of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological evidence, and comparative mythology, to provide a comprehensive overview of the Orphic tradition. The book is written in a scholarly style, but is accessible to anyone with an interest in ancient religion and spirituality.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: 1162853700
ISBN-13: 9781162853703
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 28
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.19lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.06d