Babylonian Hymns And Prayers And Selected Sumerian And Babylonian Texts (1919)

By David W. Myhrman and Henry Frederick Lutz

Book Overview

Babylonian Hymns And Prayers And Selected Sumerian And Babylonian Texts is a book compiled by David W. Myhrman in 1919. The book contains a collection of ancient hymns, prayers, and texts from the Babylonian and Sumerian civilizations. These texts were written in cuneiform script and have been translated into English for the convenience of the readers. The book is divided into two parts. The first part contains Babylonian hymns and prayers, which were used in religious ceremonies and rituals. These texts offer a glimpse into the religious beliefs and practices of the Babylonians. The second part contains selected Sumerian and Babylonian texts, which cover a wide range of topics such as law, astronomy, and mythology. The book provides a valuable insight into the culture, history, and literature of ancient Mesopotamia. The translation is accurate and easy to understand, making it accessible to readers of all levels. Overall, Babylonian Hymns And Prayers And Selected Sumerian And Babylonian Texts is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient civilizations and their literature.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: 1166485188
• ISBN13: 9781166485184
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 462 Pages
• Weight: 2.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.3" x 11.0"