Gods Of The Gentiles: Non-Jewish Cultural Religions Of Antiquity (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164509912)

Gods of the Gentiles: Non-Jewish Cultural Religions of Antiquity is a comprehensive exploration of the religious beliefs and practices of various ancient cultures outside of Judaism. Written by George C. Ring, the book delves into the religious traditions of civilizations such as the Greeks, Romans, Egyptians, Babylonians, and Persians, among others. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the pantheons of gods and goddesses, creation myths, religious rituals and ceremonies, and the role of religion in society. It also examines the similarities and differences between these religions and their impact on each other, as well as how they have influenced modern religions.Throughout the book, Ring provides detailed historical and cultural context for each religion, drawing on a range of primary and secondary sources. He also includes illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the religious practices and beliefs of these ancient cultures.Overall, Gods of the Gentiles is a fascinating and informative exploration of the religious beliefs and practices of ancient civilizations outside of Judaism. It will appeal to anyone interested in the history of religion, as well as those interested in the cultural and social history of the ancient world.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: George C. Ring
ISBN-10: 1164509918
ISBN-13: 9781164509912
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 408
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.69lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.06d