Religion and Ritual in Ancient Egypt (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780521848558)

This book is a vivid reconstruction of the practical aspects of ancient Egyptian religion. Through an examination of artifacts and inscriptions, the text explores a variety of issues. For example, who was allowed to enter the temples, and what rituals were preformed therein? Who served as priests? How were they organized and trained, and what did they do? What was the Egyptians' attitude toward death, and what happened at funerals? How did the living and dead communicate? In what ways could people communicate with the gods? What impact did religion have on the economy and longevity of the society? This book demystifies Egyptian religion, exploring what it meant to the people and society. The text is richly illustrated with images of rituals and religious objects.

Author: Emily Teeter
ISBN-10: 0521848555
ISBN-13: 9780521848558
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2011
Pages: 266
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.75lbs
Size: 10.10h x 7.00w x 0.80d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 03/01/2012