Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Theories About Numbers And Their Mystic And Sacred Character"" by E. A. Wallis Budge is a comprehensive exploration of the mystical and sacred significance of numbers in various cultures and religions throughout history. The author delves into the significance of numbers in ancient Egyptian, Babylonian, Greek, Roman, and Christian traditions, as well as in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Islam.Budge examines the different ways in which numbers have been used to represent divine and cosmic forces, and how they have been used in various forms of divination, such as numerology, astrology, and tarot. He also explores the connection between numbers and geometry, music, and the human body, as well as the role of numbers in the creation and interpretation of sacred texts.Drawing on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, religious scriptures, and modern scholarship, Budge provides a fascinating and informative overview of the many different theories and beliefs surrounding the mystical and sacred nature of numbers. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion, mysticism, and esotericism.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Amulets and Superstitions, by E. A. Wallis Budge. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076615789X.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.
