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Legends of the Gods

Legends of the Gods

Sir E. A. Wallis Budge

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Jamil Jambo
Año de edición:
2025
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Historia
ISBN:
9781636522708
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Legends of the Gods by Sir E. A. Wallis Budge presents a rich collection of ancient mythological narratives drawn from the civilizations of Egypt and the ancient Near East. Based on early religious texts, inscriptions, and traditional sources, this work explores how ancient peoples understood their gods, the origins of the world, and the forces that governed human life.Budge contextualizes these legends within their historical and religious settings, offering insight into the symbolic language and spiritual ideas that shaped early belief systems. The book serves both as a literary anthology and a scholarly study, revealing the shared themes and unique traditions found across ancient mythologies.This volume is well suited for readers interested in ancient religions, mythology, history, and the study of early sacred literature, providing enduring insight into humanity’s earliest attempts to explain the divine.

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