The Orphic Pantheon

By G.R.S. Mead

Book Overview

The Orphic Pantheon is a comprehensive exploration of the deities and mythology of the ancient Greek Orphic tradition, written by G.R.S. Mead. The Orphic tradition was a mystical and religious movement that emerged in ancient Greece around the 6th century BCE, and it was characterized by its focus on the worship of the god Orpheus and the belief in the soul's journey after death. In this book, Mead delves into the various gods and goddesses of the Orphic pantheon, including Orpheus himself, Dionysus, Persephone, Hecate, and others. He explores their roles in the Orphic mythos, their relationships to one another, and their significance in the spiritual practices of the Orphic tradition. Mead also provides historical and cultural context for the Orphic tradition, including its influence on later philosophical and religious movements. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek mythology and spirituality, as well as those interested in the history of religion and philosophy.THIS 58 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Orpheus, by G. R. S. Mead. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564596117.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: 1425314635
• ISBN13: 9781425314637
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 60 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"