Personal Religion In Egypt Before Christianity (1912)

Personal Religion In Egypt Before Christianity is a book written by William Matthew Flinders Petrie in 1912. The book is a comprehensive study of the religious practices and beliefs of the ancient Egyptians before the advent of Christianity. Petrie, a renowned Egyptologist and archaeologist, provides an in-depth analysis of the various aspects of personal religion in ancient Egypt, including the worship of household gods, ancestor worship, and the role of magic in everyday life.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of personal religion in ancient Egypt. In the first chapter, Petrie provides an overview of the religious beliefs of the ancient Egyptians and the different gods and goddesses they worshipped. He then goes on to discuss the importance of personal religion in ancient Egyptian society and the role it played in everyday life.In subsequent chapters, Petrie delves deeper into specific aspects of personal religion in ancient Egypt. He explores the role of magic and amulets in protecting individuals from harm, the practice of ancestor worship, and the use of dream interpretation as a means of communicating with the gods. He also discusses the importance of personal piety and the ways in which individuals could cultivate a personal relationship with the gods.Throughout the book, Petrie draws on a wide range of sources, including inscriptions, papyri, and archaeological evidence, to provide a detailed and nuanced understanding of personal religion in ancient Egypt. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize the various religious practices he describes.Overall, Personal Religion In Egypt Before Christianity is an insightful and informative book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Egyptians. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian history, religion, or culture.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.