Freud, Sigmund
Moses and Monotheism
- ISBN 13:
- 9780394700144
- author:
- Freud, Sigmund
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Random House USA Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1996
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 10.92 x 1.27 x 18.54 centimetres
- Genre:
- Religion: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Moses and Monotheism is a thought-provoking exploration of the origins of monotheistic religion, as proposed by Sigmund Freud. Drawing on his analysis of the Moses legend, Freud presents a compelling argument that Moses himself was an Egyptian who introduced monotheistic beliefs to the Jews.
Freud's theory is based on a detailed examination of the Moses story, which he believes was influenced by Egyptian culture. He accepts the traditional account of Moses' death in the wilderness, but instead of seeing it as a heroic sacrifice, Freud views it as a testament to the enduring power of monotheistic ideas.
Through his work, Freud sheds new light on the development of Judaism and Christianity, and offers a fresh perspective on the evolution of monotheistic thought. This book is a fascinating and insightful study of the roots of one of the world's major religions.
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