The Egyptian Year, The Nile, And The Sothic Cycle

By J. Norman Lockyer

Book Overview

The Egyptian Year, The Nile, And The Sothic Cycle is a book written by J. Norman Lockyer that explores the ancient Egyptian calendar and its connection to the Nile River and the Sothic cycle. The book delves into the history of the Egyptian calendar, which was based on the cycles of the sun and the moon, and how it was used to mark the agricultural seasons and important religious festivals. Lockyer also examines the significance of the Nile River in ancient Egyptian culture, as it was the lifeblood of the civilization and played a crucial role in their agricultural practices. He discusses how the annual flooding of the Nile was seen as a blessing from the gods, and how the river's cycles were incorporated into the Egyptian calendar.The Sothic cycle, which is based on the rising of the star Sirius, is another important aspect of the book. Lockyer explains how the Egyptians used this cycle to keep track of time and how it was connected to the annual flooding of the Nile.Overall, The Egyptian Year, The Nile, And The Sothic Cycle is a comprehensive exploration of the ancient Egyptian calendar and its connection to the natural world. It provides a fascinating insight into the beliefs and practices of one of the world's most ancient and influential civilizations.THIS 46 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Dawn of Astronomy, by J. Norman Lockyer. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564591123.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: 1417969369
• ISBN13: 9781417969364
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"