Ancient Egypt's Myths and Beliefs

Egyptian myths expressed the core values of one of the most sophisticated ancient civilizations. Ancient Egyptians had a deep belief in the existence of many gods and in life after death. Your readers will learn that the Egyptians identified many of their divinities with elements of the natural world, such as the sun, stars, and animals. They also believed that kings were endowed with divine power. Details about ancient Egypt's most vivid and powerful religious myths are accompanied by...
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Egyptian myths expressed the core values of one of the most sophisticated ancient civilizations. Ancient Egyptians had a deep belief in the existence of many gods and in life after death. Your readers will learn that the Egyptians identified many of their divinities with elements of the natural world, such as the sun, stars, and animals. They also believed that kings were endowed with divine power. Details about ancient Egypt's most vivid and powerful religious myths are accompanied by splendid photographed works of art and architecture, further illuminating the religious symbolism and magical beliefs of the ancient Egyptians. Your readers are treated to dozens of detailed photographs showing exciting symbolic relics such as jewelry, amulets, sculptures, statues, sarcophagi, and totems.