The Pahlavi Religious Books (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425328818)

The Pahlavi Religious Books is a book written by Charles F. Horne that provides a comprehensive overview of the religious texts of the Pahlavi era in ancient Persia. The book delves into the history and significance of the Pahlavi texts, which were written in the Middle Persian language and served as a key source of religious and cultural knowledge for the Zoroastrian community. Horne's book covers a range of topics related to the Pahlavi texts, including their origins, their content, and their influence on Persian literature and culture. He discusses the different types of Pahlavi texts, such as the Avesta, the Zand, and the Pahlavi versions of the Gathas, and provides a detailed analysis of their themes and messages. The book also explores the role of the Pahlavi texts in shaping the religious beliefs and practices of the Zoroastrian community, as well as their impact on the development of Persian culture and identity. Horne draws on a wide range of sources, including historical documents, literary works, and archaeological evidence, to provide a rich and detailed account of this fascinating period in Persian history.Overall, The Pahlavi Religious Books is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of ancient Persia, and provides a valuable insight into the role of religion in shaping the identity and beliefs of this remarkable civilization.THIS 42 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Ancient Persia, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100103.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: Charles F. Horne
ISBN-10: 1425328814
ISBN-13: 9781425328818
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.10d