Explore the depths of ancient Egyptian burial rites with The Liturgy of Funerary Offerings. The ceremony involved an elaborate sequence of offerings-foods, beverages, and cosmetics-accompanied by specific recitations from priests, aspects of which were also depicted on the walls of royal tombs.
Author E.A. Wallis Budge provides a meticulous analysis of this ritual. By presenting both a textual and contextual study, Budge reveals how these practices were not merely about preservation but a profound expression of cultural values and beliefs regarding the afterlife.
This book offers a compelling insight into how ancient Egyptians viewed death and the afterlife, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Egyptology, anthropology, or history. Through The Liturgy of Funerary Offerings, readers gain a unique glimpse into the spiritual and ceremonial life of an ancient civilization.
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