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Routledge Ancient Egyptian Temple Rituals - Egyptology Study

Name: Routledge Ancient Egyptian Temple Rituals - Egyptology Study
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the complex role of large state temples in ancient Egypt through this scholarly work from the Routledge Studies in Egyptology series. This book examines how these temples functioned as more than just religious sites, acting as vast agricultural estates with interests in mining and trading. Learn how the temple served as a palace for deities and how ritual performances were tied to the economic life of the civilization. The text explains the process of offering goods to the gods and how the subsequent redistribution of produce served as wages for priests and staff. By studying these patterns, readers gain a better understanding of how basic necessities were produced and managed for elite Egyptians through daily ritual and economic practice.

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Examines the role of temples as large agricultural estates with involvement in mining and trade.

Explains how ritual performances functioned as a method of offering goods to ancient deities.

Details the economic redistribution process where produce was used for wages and offerings.

Provides insight into how temple activities supported the daily needs of elite Egyptians.

Part of the respected Routledge Studies in Egyptology academic series.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415832985
Category: Books > Subjects > History > Ancient History & Civilisation > Egypt
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 16 February 2017
Listed Since: 08 November 2012

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