Morgan, Chris

Isis: Goddess of Egypt & India

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ISBN 13:
9781906958718
author:
Morgan, Chris
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Mandrake of Oxford
language:
English
Publication Year:
2016
Pages:
256
Dimensions:
21.59 x 13.97 x 1.78 centimetres
Genre:
History, Asia, India & South Asia,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£16.03

Description

The Egyptian goddess Isis and her Indian counterpart Pattini are two fascinating figures in ancient mythology. This book explores their origins and the mystery cults that worshipped them, tracing the history from ancient Egypt's pyramid age to the spread of their influence across the Mediterranean world. The story begins on the banks of the Nile, where Isis and Osiris were central to Egypt's most popular religion during the second millennium BCE. The author delves into what is known about their cult from Egyptian records, arguing that this knowledge provides a foundation for understanding their later impact on global spirituality. Greek and Roman merchants played a significant role in spreading the worship of Isis and her husband Osiris, as they traveled to India after crossing the Arabian Ocean. This book examines the evolution of their cult over time, shedding light on the complex history of these ancient deities.

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