Egyptian Foreign And Animal Gods

By Lewis Spence

Book Overview

""Egyptian Foreign and Animal Gods"" by Lewis Spence is a comprehensive guide to the gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt. The book explores the various deities worshipped by the Egyptians, including their origins, myths, and significance in the culture and religion of ancient Egypt. The focus of the book is on the foreign and animal gods, which were often overlooked in traditional studies of Egyptian mythology.Spence provides detailed descriptions of each deity, including their appearance, attributes, and associated symbols. He also explores the cults and rituals associated with each god or goddess, as well as their role in Egyptian history and society. The book includes illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize the gods and their various forms.Overall, ""Egyptian Foreign and Animal Gods"" is an informative and engaging resource for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian mythology and religion. It offers a unique perspective on the gods and goddesses of Egypt, highlighting the importance of the foreign and animal deities in the culture and spirituality of this ancient civilization.THIS 78 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Myths and Legends Ancient Egypt, by Lewis Spence. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100480.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: 142533072X
• ISBN13: 9781425330729
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"