Encyclopedia Of Ancient Deities

Author : Charles Russell Coulter,Patricia Turner
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 610 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2013-07-04
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781135963903

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Encyclopedia of Ancient Deities by Charles Russell Coulter,Patricia Turner Pdf

The history of the divine is the history of human thought. For as long as men and women have pondered the mysteries of their existence, they have answered their own questions with stories of gods and goddesses. Belief in these deities shaped whole civilizations, yet today many of their names and images lie buried. The Encyclopedia of Ancient Deities makes those names available to the general reader as well as the scholar. This reference work lists all the known gods through recorded history. Alphabetically arranged entries provide the name of each deity (with alternate spellings), as well as notes on names that may be linguistically or functionally related. The tribe or culture that worshiped the deity is identified, and the god's origins and functions are explained. An extensive bibliography provides opportunities for further research and an exhaustive index provides access to the entries through virtually all names, forms and kinds of deities.

Author : Charles Russell Coulter,Patricia Turner
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 609 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2021-12-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780786491797

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Encyclopedia of Ancient Deities by Charles Russell Coulter,Patricia Turner Pdf

Throughout history, humans have pondered the question of their existence. In nearly every society, part of the answer has included some form of god or goddess. For the Mayans, one such deity was Ajtzak, who tried to create humans from wood; for the Yorubas of Africa, Shango controlled the thunder and lightning. The Chinese of the Shang dynasty era worshipped Shang Ti. Evil deities were also part of the answer, as in the case of the Kuvera, the Hindu chief of evil in the Vedic period, and Tu, the Persian or Islamic demon of fatal accidents. All of the known ancient gods, many heretofore obscure or known only from mythological literature, are included in this exhaustive reference work. The focus is on their origins, histories, and functions. The people who believed in each deity are identified, along with alternate names or spellings both old and modern. The descriptions that follow are of the functions, origins and physical nature of the deities. Extensive cross references are provided for alternate spellings and names.

Author : Michael Jordan
Publisher : Echo Point Books & Media, LLC
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2022-12-27
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1648372252

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Encyclopedia of Gods by Michael Jordan Pdf

This reference book offers a comprehensive survey of gods and goddesses from cultures across the globe, with each entry covering specific cultures, dates of worship, the role the god played, and defining characteristics and symbols.

Author : Charles Russell Coulter
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:840019581

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Encyclopedia of Ancient Deities by Charles Russell Coulter Pdf

Author : Annette Giesecke
Publisher : Black Dog & Leventhal
Page : 526 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2020-10-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9780762497133

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Classical Mythology A to Z by Annette Giesecke Pdf

A beautifully illustrated, wonderfully engaging A-to-Z guide to more than 700 major and minor gods and goddesses, characters, creatures, and places of classical Greek and Roman mythology. Classical Mythology A-to-Z is a comprehensive and engrossing guide to Greek and Roman mythology. Written by Annette Giesecke, PhD, Professor of Classics and Chair of Ancient Greek and Roman Studies at the University of Delaware, this brilliant reference offers clear explanations of every character and locale, and captures the essence of these timeless tales. From the gods and goddesses of Mount Olympus and the heroes of the Trojan War to the nymphs, monsters, and other mythical creatures that populate these ancient stories, Giesecke recounts, with clarity and energy, the details of more than 700 characters and places. Each definition includes cross-references to related characters, locations, and myths, as well their equivalent in Roman mythology and cult. In addition to being an important standalone work, Classical Mythology A-to-Z is also written, designed, and illustrated to serve as an essential companion to the bestselling illustrated 75th-anniversary edition of Mythology by Edith Hamilton, including 10 full-color plates and 2-color illustrations throughout by artist Jim Tierney.

Author : Douglas R. Frayne,Johanna H. Stuckey
Publisher : Penn State Press
Page : 443 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2021-02-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781646021291

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A Handbook of Gods and Goddesses of the Ancient Near East by Douglas R. Frayne,Johanna H. Stuckey Pdf

From the tragic young Adonis to Zašhapuna, first among goddesses, this handbook provides the most complete information available on deities from the cultures and religions of the ancient Near East, including Anatolia, Syria, Israel, Sumer, Babylonia, Assyria, and Elam. The result of nearly fifteen years of research, this handbook is more expansive and covers a wider range of sources and civilizations than any previous reference works on the topic. Arranged alphabetically, the entries range from multiple pages of information to a single line—sometimes all that we know about a given deity. Where possible, each record discusses the deity’s symbolism and imagery, connecting it to the myths, rituals, and festivals described in ancient sources. Many of the entries are accompanied by illustrations that aid in understanding the iconography, and they all include references to texts in which the god or goddess is mentioned. Appropriate for both trained scholars and nonacademic readers, this book collects centuries of Near Eastern mythology into one volume. It will be an especially valuable resource for anyone interested in Assyriology, ancient religion, and the ancient Near East.

Author : Maximillien De Lafayette
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 373 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2015-02-24
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781312944961

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Mega Book: Encyclopedia of Gods and Goddesses of Mesopotamia Phoenicia, Ugarit, Canaan, Carthage, and the Ancient Middle East by Maximillien De Lafayette Pdf

Mega book: Encyclopedia of Gods and Goddesses of Mesopotamia Phoenicia, Ugarit, Canaan, Carthage, and the Ancient Middle East. Two volumes in one: "A-Z. Also available in 2 separate volumes. This encyclopedia lists and defines approximately 125 gods and goddesses, and includes translations of Akkadian, Sumerian, Chaldean, and Assyrian texts and tablets by a noted scholar and one of the world's most distinguished linguists, who authored more than 20 encyclopedic dictionaries and 3 encyclopedias on the languages, culture, religion, and history of the ancient Middle East, and Near East. The encyclopedia is highly recommended to universities' professors who teach those fields, as well as to all those who are interested in the culture, religions and civilizations of the ancient world.

Author : Michael Jordan
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2014-05-14
Category : Goddesses
ISBN : 9781438109855

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Dictionary of Gods and Goddesses by Michael Jordan Pdf

Presents brief entries describing the gods and goddesses from the mythology and religion of a wide variety of cultures throughout history.

Author : Bernard Evslin
Publisher : Graymalkin + ORM
Page : 263 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2023-04-13
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781631683626

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Gods, Demigods and Demons by Bernard Evslin Pdf

The essential guide to more than 540 supernatural figures of Greek mythology—as well as notable mortals—from Acantha the nymph to Zeus, king of the gods. Do you know the story behind Pandora’s Box, or the difference between Hercules and Heracles? Turn to this alphabetic encyclopedia, with more than 540 entries detailing all the major and minor characters, events, and settings of Greek mythology, from an introduction to the nymph Acantha to a succinct characterization of Zeus, the all-powerful ruler of the gods. This invaluable reference covers all types of heroes, gods, demigods, creatures, demons, and notable mortals, with their classic stories retold in riveting summaries. This comprehensive guide brings Greek mythology to life, and includes a helpful pronunciation key.

Author : Patricia Monaghan, PhD
Publisher : New World Library
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2014-04-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781608682188

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Encyclopedia of Goddesses and Heroines by Patricia Monaghan, PhD Pdf

More Than 1,000 Goddesses & Heroines from around the World Groundbreaking scholar Patricia Monaghan spent her life researching, writing about, and documenting goddesses and heroines from all religions and all corners of the globe. Her work demonstrated that from the beginning of recorded history, goddesses reigned alongside their male counterparts as figures of inspiration and awe. Drawing on anthropology, folklore, literature, and psychology, Monaghan’s vibrant and accessible encyclopedia covers female deities from Africa, the eastern Mediterranean, Asia and Oceania, Europe, and the Americas, as well as every major religious tradition.

Author : Sheila Keenan
Publisher : Orchard Books
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2003-11-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0439554977

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Gods, Goddesses, and Monsters by Sheila Keenan Pdf

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Author : Edward P Butler
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 492 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2021-02-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798601334297

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Goddesses and Gods of the Ancient Egyptians by Edward P Butler Pdf

A thorough and concise encyclopedia of the Gods and Goddesses of ancient Egypt. Meticulously researched and referenced, this encyclopedia includes information on more than one hundred and fifty Egyptian deities, from the most obscure to the most famous. This book is meant for those who wish to own a copy of the free online encyclopedia found at the author's website.

Author : Ernest L. Abel
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2014-12-09
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781476606378

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Intoxication in Mythology by Ernest L. Abel Pdf

Myths from the ancient world usually have some supernatural element, a component often generated from a particular intoxicant. These substances promoted a variety of states including possession by the gods, liberation of the soul or a communion with the spirit world. From Acan, the Mayan god of intoxicating drinks, to Zagreus, the first incarnation of the Greek god Dionysus, this encyclopedia encompasses intoxicant-related stories from world mythology that explain the origins of a particular intoxicant or how that intoxicant was involved in creating a particular culture. Entries are arranged alphabetically without regard to category (e.g., gods, intoxicants, places, and rites). Different versions of a single myth are presented when pertinent to the overriding theme. Entries record the referenced story, the identity of the culture in which the myth originated, and when applicable, information about related plant sources and pharmacological effects. Cross-references are noted in bold and sources appear at the end of each entry. Appendices group entries by category and by place of origin.

Author : Richard H Wilkinson
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2017-01-31
Category : History
ISBN : 9780500284247

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The Complete Gods and Godesses of Ancient Egypt by Richard H Wilkinson Pdf

A comprehensive guide to the deities of ancient Egypt: their origins and their central role in the lives of the Egyptian people Worshipped for over three-fifths of recorded history, Egypt’s gods and goddesses are among the most fascinating of human civilization. The lives of pharaohs and commoners alike were dominated by the need to honor, worship, and pacify the huge pantheon of deities, from the benevolent to the malevolent. The richness and complexity of their mythology is reflected in countless tributes throughout Egypt, from lavish tomb paintings and imposing temple reliefs to humble household shrines. This book examines the evolution, worship, and eventual decline of the numerous gods and goddesses—from minor household figures such as Bes and Tawaret to the all-powerful deities Amun and Re—that made Egypt the most theocratic society of the ancient world, and made Egyptians, according to Herodotus, “more religious than any other people.” Now available in paperback, with hundreds of illustrations and specially commissioned drawings, this title remains the most comprehensive and authoritative guide to the deities that lay at the heart of Egyptian religion and society.

Author : Judika Illes
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 1076 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2010-09-14
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9780062046093

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Encyclopedia of Spirits by Judika Illes Pdf

Enter the World of Spirits! The Encyclopedia of Spirits is a comprehensive and entertaining A to Z of spirits from around this world and the next. Within these pages meet love goddesses and disease demons, guardians of children and guardians of cadavers. Discover Celtic goddesses and goddesses of the Kabbalah, female Buddhas, African Powers, Dragon Ladies, White Ladies, Black Madonnas, the Green Man, the Green Fairy, lots and lots of ghosts, djinn, mermaids, fairies, and more. From the beneficent to the mischievous, working with these spirits can bring good fortune, lasting love, health, fertility, revenge, and relief. Discover: The true identities of over one thousand spirits (as well as their likes and dislikes) How to communicate with specific spirits for your own benefit How to recognize these spirits when they manifest themselves The mythological and historical events associated with specific spirits The colors, days, numbers, and astrological signs associated with specific spirits The Encyclopedia of Spirits also provides an overview of the role of spirit communication throughout history and a general guide to working with spirits. No matter what your life's problems or desires, this book can guide you to the right spirits who can help fulfill your dreams. For the spiritual adept, the amateur, or the simply curious, the Encyclopedia of Spirits will inform, inspire, and delight.