The Worship Of The Dead By Israel

By Lewis Bayles Paton

Book Overview

The Worship of the Dead by Israel is a book written by Lewis Bayles Paton that explores the ancient practice of ancestor worship in Israel. Paton delves into the religious beliefs and practices of the Israelites, examining how they honored and revered their deceased ancestors. He looks at the various rituals and customs associated with ancestor worship, such as the offering of sacrifices and the construction of tombs and monuments. Paton also explores the role of ancestor worship in shaping Israelite culture and society, and how it influenced their attitudes towards death and the afterlife. The book provides a comprehensive and insightful look into this fascinating aspect of ancient Israelite religion and culture.THIS 26 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: 1162851031
• ISBN13: 9781162851037
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"