The Astronomical Basis Of The Egyptian Pantheon (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417968138)

The Astronomical Basis Of The Egyptian Pantheon is a book written by J. Norman Lockyer that explores the connection between ancient Egyptian mythology and astronomy. The author argues that the gods and goddesses of the Egyptian pantheon were linked to celestial bodies, and that the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Egyptians were heavily influenced by their observations of the sky. The book delves into various aspects of Egyptian mythology, such as the creation myth and the roles of the different gods and goddesses, and shows how they can be interpreted in light of astronomical phenomena. Lockyer also examines the ancient Egyptian calendar and its relationship to the movements of the sun, moon, and stars. Throughout the book, Lockyer provides detailed analyses of Egyptian texts and inscriptions, as well as astronomical data from other cultures, to support his arguments. He also includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers visualize the connections between the myths and the stars. Overall, The Astronomical Basis Of The Egyptian Pantheon offers a fascinating perspective on the ancient Egyptian worldview and the ways in which they understood and interacted with the natural world. It will appeal to anyone interested in mythology, astronomy, or the history of ancient civilizations.THIS 28 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.

Author: J. Norman Lockyer
ISBN-10: 1417968133
ISBN-13: 9781417968138
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.10d