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Dictionary of Ancient Deities,Used
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Nothing reveals more about a civilization than the gods and goddesses it worshipped. For thousands of years humans have fashioned stories about divine beings to explain their most mysterious, terrifying, and exalted experiences. Today the names of many of these deities have fallen into obscurity. The Dictionary of Ancient Deities brings these gods and goddesses back to light.Here, in one superbly written volume, is every known divine being throughout recorded history, from Athena and Brahma to the evil demon king Ngworekara of the African Fan people and the Babylonian dream messenger Zaqar. With over 10,000 entries, The Dictionary of Ancient Deities is the most comprehensive reference of its kind, covering not only gods and goddesses, but also spirits, places, festivals, sacred texts and objects, heroes, monsters, demigods, and the plethora of fantastic mythical beasts that have populated the human imagination from time immemorial. The encyclopedia also includes many deities often missing from standard collections, notably from Inuit, Native American, and African cultures. Alphabetically arranged entries provide the name of each deity (with alternate spellings), followed by the tribe or culture that worshipped the deity. Most importantly, the entrieswhether brief descriptions or longer essaysoffer lucid and engaging explanations of the origins and functions of the god or goddess.With a comprehensive index and an extensive bibliography, The Dictionary of Ancient Deities is the best choice for anyone intrigued by the rich pantheon of divine beings that have mirrored the human psyche and shaped our earliest civilizations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of the Dictionary of Ancient Deities? A: The Dictionary of Ancient Deities provides comprehensive information about gods, goddesses, and other divine beings throughout recorded history, covering various cultures and mythologies.
- Q: How many entries are included in the Dictionary of Ancient Deities? A: The Dictionary of Ancient Deities features over 10,000 entries, making it the most comprehensive reference of its kind.
- Q: Who is the author of the Dictionary of Ancient Deities? A: The author of the Dictionary of Ancient Deities is Patricia Turner.
- Q: What types of beings are covered in this dictionary? A: The dictionary covers not only gods and goddesses but also spirits, places, festivals, sacred texts, heroes, monsters, demigods, and mythical beasts.
- Q: Is the Dictionary of Ancient Deities suitable for research? A: Yes, the Dictionary of Ancient Deities is a valuable resource for quick reference and for beginning research on the topic of ancient deities.
- Q: What is the binding type of the Dictionary of Ancient Deities? A: The Dictionary of Ancient Deities is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was the Dictionary of Ancient Deities published? A: The Dictionary of Ancient Deities was published on July 19, 2001.
- Q: How many pages does the Dictionary of Ancient Deities contain? A: The Dictionary of Ancient Deities contains 608 pages.
- Q: Does the Dictionary of Ancient Deities include entries from lesser-known cultures? A: Yes, the dictionary includes many deities often missing from standard collections, particularly from Inuit, Native American, and African cultures.
- Q: What is included in the index of the Dictionary of Ancient Deities? A: The index of the Dictionary of Ancient Deities provides a comprehensive guide to the deities and topics covered in the book, assisting readers in locating specific entries.