The Cult Of The Dead Among The Indo-Europeans

By Lewis Bayles Paton

Book Overview

The Cult of the Dead Among the Indo-Europeans is a scholarly work by Lewis Bayles Paton that explores the religious practices and beliefs surrounding death and the afterlife among the ancient Indo-European peoples. The book delves into the various rituals and ceremonies that were performed to honor the dead and ensure their safe passage to the afterlife, as well as the myths and legends that were associated with death and the underworld. Paton draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological evidence, and comparative mythology, to paint a comprehensive picture of the Indo-European cult of the dead. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, mythology, or ancient cultures.THIS 44 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Spiritism and the Cult of the Dead in Antiquity, by Lewis Bayles Paton. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076613640X.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: 1425368433
• ISBN13: 9781425368432
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"