Publisher's Synopsis
The Development of Religion and Thought in Ancient Egypt is a comprehensive study of the religious and philosophical beliefs of the ancient Egyptians. Written by renowned Egyptologist James Breasted, the book explores the evolution of Egyptian religious thought from its earliest origins to the end of the pharaonic era.Breasted begins by tracing the development of Egyptian religion from its prehistoric roots, through the Old Kingdom, Middle Kingdom, and New Kingdom periods, to the Late Period and Ptolemaic era. He examines the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Egyptians, including their views on the afterlife, the gods and goddesses they worshipped, and the role of the pharaoh in religious life.The book also explores the philosophical ideas that underpinned Egyptian religion, including the concept of Ma'at, the principle of balance and harmony that governed all aspects of Egyptian life. Breasted examines the ways in which Egyptian religious thought influenced the development of other ancient religions, such as Judaism and Christianity.The Development of Religion and Thought in Ancient Egypt is a seminal work in the field of Egyptology, and provides a fascinating insight into one of the world's oldest and most complex religious traditions.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.
