The Book Of The Dead: Egypt's Holy Scripture

By: Charles F. Horne

Book Overview

The Book of the Dead is a sacred text of ancient Egypt that served as a guide for the deceased in the afterlife. In this book, Charles F. Horne provides a comprehensive overview of this important religious document. He explores the history and significance of the Book of the Dead, its contents, and its role in Egyptian culture and religion. Horne examines the various spells and incantations contained in the book, which were intended to help the deceased navigate the perilous journey through the underworld and reach the afterlife. He also discusses the illustrations and artwork that accompanied the text, which provided visual aids to help the deceased understand the complex rituals and beliefs of Egyptian religion. This book is a fascinating exploration of one of the most important religious texts in human history, and an essential resource for anyone interested in ancient Egypt, religion, or mythology.THIS 146 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Egypt, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100073.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: 1425328423
• ISBN13: 9781425328429
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"