The Rising And Settings Of The Stars And Their Significance To The Ancient Egyptians

by J. Norman Lockyer

Book Overview

The book ""The Rising And Settings Of The Stars And Their Significance To The Ancient Egyptians"" by J. Norman Lockyer is a comprehensive study of the astronomical knowledge and beliefs of the ancient Egyptians. The author explores the significance of the rising and setting of the stars in the Egyptian culture and how they were used to determine the seasons, the flooding of the Nile, and the timing of religious festivals.Lockyer describes the various constellations that were important to the Egyptians, such as Orion, Sirius, and the Pleiades, and how they were associated with different deities and beliefs. He also explains how the Egyptians used astronomical observations to create their calendar and how they believed that the stars were connected to the afterlife.The book is based on Lockyer's extensive research and includes detailed diagrams and illustrations to help readers understand the complex astronomical concepts. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of astronomy and the ancient Egyptian culture.THIS 18 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: 141796829X
• ISBN13: 9781417968299
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"