The Religious Thought of the Greeks (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162599038)

The book ""The Religious Thought of the Greeks"" by Clifford Herschel Moore is a comprehensive study of the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Greeks. The author explores the various aspects of Greek religion, including their gods and goddesses, myths, rituals, and cults. The book provides a detailed analysis of the Greek pantheon and the roles of the major gods and goddesses in Greek society. It also examines the various religious festivals and ceremonies, as well as the role of the oracle in Greek religion.The author delves into the philosophical and intellectual aspects of Greek religion, exploring the works of philosophers such as Plato and Aristotle and their views on the nature of the gods and the afterlife. The book also examines the influence of Greek religion on art, literature, and culture, and its impact on Western civilization.Overall, ""The Religious Thought of the Greeks"" is an informative and insightful examination of one of the most fascinating and influential religious systems in history. It provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek culture, religion, and philosophy, and sheds light on the enduring legacy of Greek thought and belief.1916. From Homer to the triumph of Christianity. The purpose of these eight lectures is to present within a moderate compass a historical account of the progress of Greek religious thought through something over a thousand years. No attempt has been made to give a general treatment of Greek religion, or to deal with pre-Hellenic origins, with religious antiquities or with mythology. The discussions are confined to the Greeks' idea about the nature of the gods, and to their concepts of the relations between gods and men and of men's obligations toward the divine.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: Clifford Herschel Moore
ISBN-10: 1162599030
ISBN-13: 9781162599038
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 394
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.95lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.81d