The Orphici

By Francis Legge

Book Overview

The Orphici is a book written by Francis Legge that explores the ancient Greek religious movement known as Orphism. The Orphics were a group of people who believed in the teachings of the mythical poet Orpheus and his ideas on the afterlife, the soul, and the divine. Legge delves into the history and beliefs of the Orphics, examining their rituals, myths, and symbols. He also explores the impact of Orphism on Greek society and its influence on other religious movements. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Orphism, drawing on ancient texts, archaeological evidence, and modern scholarship. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek religion, mythology, and philosophy.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Forerunners and Rivals of Christianity From 330 BC to 330 AD, by Francis Legge. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766134318.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: 1162871180
• ISBN13: 9781162871189
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 34 Pages
• Weight: 0.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"