Brown, Brian
The Book of Thoth
- ISBN 13:
- 9781770832206
- author:
- Brown, Brian
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Theophania Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 182
- Dimensions:
- 152mm X 10mm
- Genre:
- 22.86 x 15.24 x 0.99 centimetres, Health & Wellbeing, Mind, Body & Spirit, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Book of Thoth: The Wisdom of the Egyptians by Brian Brown The Egyptian religion is often characterised as a monarchical polytheism in a theocratic form. This system, which was prevalent in ancient Egypt, was based on the idea that the divine monarch reigned through his son, the absolute king, who was seen as the incarnation and representative of the gods on earth. The priesthood of Amon, which had gained significant power and wealth, played a crucial role in the state and eventually usurped the throne, leading to a shift in the form of the theocracy. Despite this change, the essence of the theocracy remained the same. The power of the priestly princes was eventually overthrown by the army, which was composed mainly of hired foreign troops. The priestly princes were forced to leave the country and establish a new sacerdotal kingdom in Ethiopia. This book provides an in-depth exploration of the Egyptian polytheism and its theocratic form, offering insights into the complex and fascinating world of ancient Egyptian religion.
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