The Egyptian Mysteries And The Reply Of Abammon (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162824536)

""The Egyptian Mysteries And The Reply Of Abammon"" is a book written by Iamblichos, a Syrian philosopher who lived in the 3rd century AD. The book is a dialogue between the philosopher Porphyry and an Egyptian priest named Abammon, in which they discuss the nature and teachings of the ancient Egyptian mystery cults. The book explores the beliefs and practices of the cults, including their rituals, symbols, and initiation ceremonies. It also delves into the philosophical and spiritual underpinnings of the cults, including their views on the nature of the soul, the afterlife, and the relationship between humans and the divine. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the religious and philosophical landscape of ancient Egypt, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion and philosophy.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Theurgia or the Egyptian Mysteries, by Iamblichos . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076610088X.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: Iamblichos, Alexander Wilder
ISBN-10: 1162824530
ISBN-13: 9781162824536
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 20
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.12lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.04d