Mythen en Legenden van Egypte

Name: Mythen en Legenden van Egypte
Author: Lewis Spence

By Lewis Spence

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The work surveys ancient Egyptian religion and mythology, beginning with local cults, animistic and totemic origins, and diverse creation myths that shaped a complex pantheon. It examines major deities and narratives, with emphasis on the Osiris cycle and related funerary beliefs, and describes burial practices, mummification, and pyramid architecture. Social and institutional aspects such as priesthoods, temple ritual, and mystery cults are treated alongside magic, amulets, and popular spells. Chapters explore literature, folklore, animal and tree veneration, art, and the transformations brought by later foreign influences on belief and practice.

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Lewis Spence

Lewis Spence was a Scottish author and historian, recognized for his extensive work on mythology and folklore. He contributed significantly to the understanding of various cultural myths through his writings. Among his notable works is "An Introduction to Mythology," which serves as a comprehensive guide to the myths of different civilizations. Spence's exploration of legends spans various regions, including Europe and the Americas, with titles such as "Myths and Legends of Ancient Egypt" and "The Popol Vuh: The Mythic and Heroic Sagas of the Kichés of Central America." His scholarship has enriched the literary heritage of mythological studies.