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Religion and Magic in Ancient Egypt
Religion and Magic in Ancient Egypt
Author: Rosalie David
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ISBN-13: 9780140262520
ISBN-10: 0140262520
Publication Date: 11/25/2003
Pages: 480
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Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Book Type: Paperback
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/A thorough history of ancient Egypt. It includes a list of major religious sites by area in Egypt and Nubia. There is also a list of current locations of shrines removed during the UNESCO salvage operations at Aswan. And it contains a glossary of terms and
names. Also contained are modern translations of the Aten hymns and daily temple ritual rites. This author implies magic was part of everyday life; however, I still maintain that superstition is not magic. Ancient Egyptians believed that things must be done in a certain way to maintain balance of the universe. Carrying a lucky amulet isn't really magic-but a religious belief system. So read and enjoy but keep an open mind!