Egyptian Personification Of Stars And The Temple Of Isis And Denderah

by J. Norman Lockyer

Book Overview

The book ""Egyptian Personification Of Stars And The Temple Of Isis And Denderah"" by J. Norman Lockyer is a detailed exploration of the ancient Egyptian belief in the personification of stars and their relationship with the goddess Isis. Lockyer, a prominent astronomer and Egyptologist, delves into the symbolism and mythology surrounding the stars and their significance in Egyptian religion and culture.The book focuses on the Temple of Isis at Denderah, one of the most important temples in ancient Egypt. Lockyer provides a comprehensive analysis of the temple's architecture, hieroglyphs, and astronomical alignments, revealing the complex interplay between astronomy, religion, and politics in ancient Egypt.Lockyer also examines the various myths and legends associated with the stars, including the story of Osiris and his journey through the heavens. He explores the role of the stars in Egyptian astrology and divination, as well as their use in the construction of the Egyptian calendar.Overall, ""Egyptian Personification Of Stars And The Temple Of Isis And Denderah"" is a fascinating and in-depth study of a crucial aspect of ancient Egyptian culture and religion. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history, astronomy, or mythology.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Dawn of Astronomy, by J. Norman Lockyer. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564591123.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417969202
• ISBN13: 9781417969203
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"