Hymns To The Egyptian Gods

By E.A. Wallis Budge

Book Overview

Hymns to the Egyptian Gods is a book written by E. A. Wallis Budge, a renowned Egyptologist. The book is a collection of ancient Egyptian hymns that were composed to praise and worship various gods and goddesses of the Egyptian pantheon. The hymns are translated from the original hieroglyphs and presented in English, along with notes and commentary by the author. The book covers a wide range of deities, including Osiris, Isis, Ra, Horus, Anubis, and many others. Each hymn is accompanied by a brief introduction that provides context and background information about the deity being praised. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian religion and mythology, as well as for scholars and students of Egyptology. It offers a glimpse into the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Egyptians, and provides insight into their worldview and culture. Overall, Hymns to the Egyptian Gods is a fascinating and informative book that sheds light on one of the world's most intriguing and mysterious civilizations. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of ancient Egypt and its rich cultural heritage.THIS 50 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: From Fetish to God in Ancient Egypt, by E. A. Wallis Budge. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766162850.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: 1162891955
• ISBN13: 9781162891958
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 50 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"