Gilhus, Ingvild Saelid
Clothes and Monasticism in Ancient Christian Egypt
- ISBN 13:
- 9780367505486
- author:
- Gilhus, Ingvild Saelid
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 204
- Dimensions:
- 155mm X
- Genre:
- Geschichte, Allgemeines, Lexika,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Clothes and Monasticism in Ancient Christian Egypt: A New Perspective on Religious Garments by Ingvild Sælid Gilhus explores how clothing reflects the values and ideals of ancient monastics and ascetics in Egypt. This study delves into the significance of garments in religious practice, examining their role in the embodied and material aspects of faith. By analyzing sources such as travelogues, biographies, letters, contracts, images, and actual garments from monastic burials, Gilhus sheds light on the function of clothes in ancient Egyptian Christianity. This unique approach builds connections between past and present uses of religious clothing, making it a valuable resource for scholars of religious studies, history, and material religion. This book offers a fresh perspective on the intersection of clothing, culture, and faith in ancient Egypt, providing insights into the lives of those who lived during a period of significant transition in Christian history.
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