The Egyptian Legend Of Ra And Isis

By E. A. Wallis Budge and E.A. Wallis Budge

Book Overview

The Egyptian Legend of Ra and Isis is a book written by E. A. Wallis Budge that explores the ancient Egyptian myth of the creation of the world and the gods. The book delves into the story of Ra, the sun god, and his relationship with the goddess Isis, who is known for her wisdom and magic. Budge provides a detailed account of the various episodes in the myth, including the birth of Ra, his journey through the underworld, and his eventual return to the sky. The book also discusses the role of other gods and goddesses in the myth, such as Osiris, Set, and Horus. Budge's work draws on a range of ancient Egyptian texts, including the Book of the Dead, the Coffin Texts, and the Pyramid Texts, to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of this important myth. The Egyptian Legend of Ra and Isis is a fascinating read for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian mythology and culture.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Gods of the Egyptians Part 1, by E. A. Wallis Budge. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766129861.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: 1425359434
• ISBN13: 9781425359430
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"