Akkadian Penitential Psalms

By C. Loring Brace and Professor of Anthropology C Loring Brace

Book Overview

The Akkadian Penitential Psalms is a book written by C. Loring Brace that provides a comprehensive study of the ancient Akkadian penitential psalms. These psalms were composed in the ancient Near East and were used as a means of seeking forgiveness and atonement for sins committed. The book includes a detailed analysis of the language, structure, and themes of these psalms, as well as their historical and cultural context. It also examines the role of these psalms in the religious practices of the ancient Akkadian people and their influence on later religious traditions. The book is an essential resource for scholars and students of ancient Near Eastern history and religion, as well as anyone interested in the history of penitential practices and religious literature.THIS 32 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Unknown God Or Inspiration Among Pre-Christian Races, by C. Loring Brace. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766137708.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425369413
• ISBN13: 9781425369415
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"