Ophiolatreia

Ophiolatreia is a book written by Hargrave Jennings that explores the ancient worship of serpents and snakes. The book delves into the history of serpent worship, tracing its origins from ancient Egypt to Greece and Rome, and examining its presence in various cultures and religions throughout history. Jennings also explores the symbolism and mythology associated with serpents, including their association with healing, fertility, and wisdom. The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs of serpent artifacts and temples, as well as detailed descriptions of serpent-related rituals and practices. Ophiolatreia is a fascinating and comprehensive exploration of one of the most enduring and mysterious aspects of human spirituality.An Account of the Rites and Mysteries Connected with the Origin, Rise, and Development of Serpent Worship in various Parts of the World, Enriched with Interesting Traditions, and A Full Description of the Celebrated Serpent Mounds and Temples, Forming An Exposition of One of the Phasks of Phallic, or Sex Worship.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.