Religion and Conscience In Ancient Egypt - W M Flinders Petrie - Bog

Religion and Conscience in Ancient Egypt is a book written by W.M. Flinders Petrie that explores the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Egyptians. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part discussing the various gods and goddesses worshipped by the Egyptians, as well as their rituals and ceremonies. Petrie examines the different aspects of Egyptian religion, including the afterlife, the cult of the dead, and the role of the pharaoh as a divine figure.In the second part of the book, Petrie delves into the concept of conscience in ancient Egypt. He explores the moral and ethical codes that governed Egyptian society, as well as the role of conscience in personal and social behavior. Petrie also looks at the ways in which religion and conscience intersected in ancient Egyptian culture, and how these concepts influenced daily life.Throughout the book, Petrie draws on his extensive knowledge of ancient Egyptian history, art, and archaeology to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of this fascinating civilization. Religion and Conscience in Ancient Egypt is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, morality, and culture in the ancient world.1898. These lectures, though based on the literature of the Egyptians, cover some general considerations which are equally applicable to the religion and conscience of other nations. They are intended as an attempt to indicate lines of study, and to observe what actually is the construction of human thought, as shown in some of the oldest and most continuous records.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.