The Bloomsbury Handbook of Material Religion in the Ancient Near East and Egypt

The Bloomsbury Handbook of Material Religion in the Ancient Near East and Egypt

by Nicola Laneri and Sharon R. Steadman
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 29/06/2023

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With contributions spanning from the Neolithic Age to the Iron Age, this book offers important insights into the religions and ritual practices in ancient Egyptian and Near Eastern communities through the lenses of their material remains.


The book begins with a theoretical introduction to the concept of material religion and features editor introductions to each of its six parts, which tackle the following themes: the human body; religious architecture; the written word; sacred images; the spirituality of animals; and the sacred role of the landscape. Illustrated with over 100 images, chapters provide insight into every element of religion and materiality, from the largest building to the smallest amulet. This is a benchmark work for further studies on material religion in the ancient Near East and Egypt.

ISBN:
9781350280830
9781350280830
Category:
Middle & Near Eastern archaeology
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
29-06-2023
Language:
English
Publisher:
Bloomsbury Publishing

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