Tutankhamen And The Cult Of Amen (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162881683)

Tutankhamen And The Cult Of Amen is a comprehensive book written by E. A. Wallis Budge, an Egyptologist, that explores the life and reign of the young pharaoh Tutankhamen and the religious practices of ancient Egypt. The book delves into the history of the cult of Amen, the god of Thebes, and how it became the dominant religion in the country. It also examines the role of the pharaohs in the cult and the significance of the various temples dedicated to Amen. Budge provides a detailed account of the discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb by Howard Carter in 1922 and the treasures found within it. He examines the symbolism behind the objects and how they were used in the pharaoh's burial rituals. The book also includes translations of various religious texts, hymns, and prayers dedicated to Amen and other deities.Throughout the book, Budge emphasizes the importance of religion in ancient Egyptian society and how it influenced every aspect of life, from politics to art. He provides insight into the beliefs and practices of the people and how they viewed the afterlife.Overall, Tutankhamen And The Cult Of Amen is a fascinating read for anyone interested in ancient Egypt, its religion, and the reign of one of its most famous pharaohs.THIS 40 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Tutankhamen Amenism, Atenism and Egyptian Monotheism, by E. A. Wallis Budge. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766134474.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: E. A. Wallis Budge
ISBN-10: 1162881682
ISBN-13: 9781162881683
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 42
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.20lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.09d