The ancient Egyptian doctrine of the immortality of the soul by Alfred Wiedemann
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| Author | Wiedemann, Alfred, 1856-1936 |
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| Uniform Title | Die Unsterblichkeit der Seele nach altägyptischer Lehre. English |
| Title | The ancient Egyptian doctrine of the immortality of the soul |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Ancient Egyptian Doctrine of the Immortality of the Soul" by Alfred Wiedemann is a historical account published in the late 19th century. The book delves into the complex beliefs of ancient Egyptians regarding the immortality of the soul, focusing on their religious and cultural practices surrounding death and the afterlife. Wiedemann aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the doctrines of immortality that were widely held across all strata of Egyptian society over a vast historical timeline. In the book, Wiedemann explores the multifaceted concepts related to the ancient Egyptian belief in the soul and its immortality. He delineates the various aspects of the soul, including components like the KA (spirit double), BA (soul), heart, and others, and examines their significance in the afterlife. The author describes the practices surrounding embalming, funerary rituals, and the journey of the Osiris, illustrating how these beliefs provided comfort and cultural continuity for Egyptians through the promise of eternal life. Through rich descriptions and references to ancient texts, Wiedemann illustrates the enduring influence of these doctrines on subsequent religious thought, notably Christianity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Immortality |
| Subject | Eschatology, Egyptian |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48875 |
| Release Date | May 4, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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