Religion and Magic in Ancient Egypt
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Genres: History, Religion & Spirituality, Nonfiction
Book Type: Paperback
Author:
Genres: History, Religion & Spirituality, Nonfiction
Book Type: Paperback
Dawn M. (Widow53) reviewed on + 161 more book reviews
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/A thorough history of ancient Egypt. It includes a list of major religious sites by area in Egypt and Nubia. There is also a list of current locations of shrines removed during the UNESCO salvage operations at Aswan. And it contains a glossary of terms and
names. Also contained are modern translations of the Aten hymns and daily temple ritual rites. This author implies magic was part of everyday life; however, I still maintain that superstition is not magic. Ancient Egyptians believed that things must be done in a certain way to maintain balance of the universe. Carrying a lucky amulet isn't really magic-but a religious belief system. So read and enjoy but keep an open mind!
names. Also contained are modern translations of the Aten hymns and daily temple ritual rites. This author implies magic was part of everyday life; however, I still maintain that superstition is not magic. Ancient Egyptians believed that things must be done in a certain way to maintain balance of the universe. Carrying a lucky amulet isn't really magic-but a religious belief system. So read and enjoy but keep an open mind!
