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The Deification And Worship Of Ancestors

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The Deification And Worship Of Ancestors by Edward Clodd is a comprehensive study of the practice of ancestor worship in various cultures and societies around the world. The book explores the origins of ancestor worship, the different forms it takes, and the beliefs and rituals associated with it. Clodd examines the role of ancestor worship in ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome, as well as in contemporary cultures in Africa, Asia, and the Americas. He also discusses the impact of ancestor worship on social structures, religious beliefs, and cultural practices.The book includes detailed descriptions of the various forms of ancestor worship, including ancestor veneration, ancestor deification, and ancestor cults. Clodd also explores the relationship between ancestor worship and other religious practices, such as animism, polytheism, and monotheism.Throughout the book, Clodd draws on a wide range of sources, including historical texts, ethnographic studies, and personal observations. He provides a nuanced and insightful analysis of the complex and multifaceted practice of ancestor worship, shedding light on its enduring significance in human culture and society. Overall, The Deification And Worship Of Ancestors is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, anthropology, or cultural studies.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Animism: The Seed of Religion, by Edward Clodd. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564599086.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781161512670
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 22
  • Udgivet:
  • 23. maj 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 178x254x6 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 263 g.
  • BLACK NOVEMBER
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 10. december 2024

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The Deification And Worship Of Ancestors by Edward Clodd is a comprehensive study of the practice of ancestor worship in various cultures and societies around the world. The book explores the origins of ancestor worship, the different forms it takes, and the beliefs and rituals associated with it. Clodd examines the role of ancestor worship in ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome, as well as in contemporary cultures in Africa, Asia, and the Americas. He also discusses the impact of ancestor worship on social structures, religious beliefs, and cultural practices.The book includes detailed descriptions of the various forms of ancestor worship, including ancestor veneration, ancestor deification, and ancestor cults. Clodd also explores the relationship between ancestor worship and other religious practices, such as animism, polytheism, and monotheism.Throughout the book, Clodd draws on a wide range of sources, including historical texts, ethnographic studies, and personal observations. He provides a nuanced and insightful analysis of the complex and multifaceted practice of ancestor worship, shedding light on its enduring significance in human culture and society. Overall, The Deification And Worship Of Ancestors is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, anthropology, or cultural studies.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Animism: The Seed of Religion, by Edward Clodd. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564599086.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.

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