On The Religious Use Of Various Stones

By George Frederick Kunz

Book Overview

On The Religious Use Of Various Stones is a book by George Frederick Kunz that explores the spiritual and religious significance of different types of stones throughout history. The book covers a wide range of stones, including precious gems, semi-precious stones, and even common rocks. Kunz delves into the beliefs and practices of various cultures and religions, from ancient civilizations to modern times, and how they incorporated stones into their rituals and beliefs. The author also provides detailed descriptions of the physical properties of each stone, as well as their historical and cultural significance. This book is a fascinating exploration of the spiritual and cultural significance of stones and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion and the natural world.THIS 48 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Magic of Jewels and Charms, by George Frederick Kunz. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766143228.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: 1425373836
• ISBN13: 9781425373832
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"