Publisher's Synopsis
The Priestcraft of the Greeks is a book written by William Howitt that explores the religious practices and beliefs of ancient Greece. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the role of priests in Greek society, their duties, and the various rituals and ceremonies they performed. Howitt examines the Greek pantheon of gods and goddesses, their myths, and the ways in which they were worshipped in temples and sanctuaries throughout Greece. He also delves into the mysteries of the Eleusinian and Orphic cults, which were secret societies that promised their initiates a path to spiritual enlightenment. Howitt's book is a fascinating study of the religious beliefs and practices of ancient Greece and provides valuable insights into the cultural and social history of the ancient world.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Popular History of Priestcraft in All Ages and Nations, by William Howitt. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766102165.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.
