Egypt Gods, Myths And Religion
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A fascinating guide to the mythology and religion of ancient Egypt, and to the awe-inspiring temples, tombs and treasures of the world's first great civilization. An in-depth examination of the crucial role that religious belief and mythology played in one of the most fascinating periods of ancient history. Learn about the evolution of mankind according to ancient Egyptian creation myths, and the hierarchical order of the gods, humans and the natural world. A comprehensive analysis of the gods and goddesses, and their individual roles, appearances, personalities and identifying characteristics. Describes the elaborate preparations for the afterlife, including burial rituals, symbolic funerary offerings, ceremonies for the dead such as the Weighing of the Heart, and the importance of the spirit world. A timeline of ancient Egypt charts the events of a society that evolved over 500 years ago and flourished for three millennia.
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