Decoding Ancient History
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Decoding Ancient History
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Author : Carol G. Thomas
language : en
Publisher: Pearson
Release Date : 1994
Decoding Ancient History written by Carol G. Thomas and has been published by Pearson this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with History categories.
The authors present clues locked within artifacts, woven into oral tradition, encrypted in ancient writing, and embedded in the land itself which help to decipher some of ancient history's most intriguing cases.
Decoding Sejarah Melayu The Hidden History Of Ancient Singapore
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Author : Jason Heng
language : en
Publisher: Jason Heng
Release Date : 2021-05-28
Decoding Sejarah Melayu The Hidden History Of Ancient Singapore written by Jason Heng and has been published by Jason Heng this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-05-28 with History categories.
Everyone knows Singapore as the Lion City and the story behind of a Palembang prince, Sang Nila Utama, sighting a lion on this island that was first published 200 years ago in John Leyden's translation of the Malay classic Sejarah Melayu. But few people have actually read the Sejarah Melayu to realise the fairytale-like claims of Singapore's supposed medieval founder as a descendant of Alexander the Great, and the son of an Indian king who tried to conquer China and a princess from underwater; or that the creature he purportedly saw was not described as a lion, but a chimera with a red body, black head, white breast, and was a little larger than a he-goat. And barely anyone remembers the days when respectable residents of Singapore scoffed at suggestions that Singapore's name has anything to do with the Felis Leo. Decoding Sejarah Melayu daringly challenges the assumption that the Sejarah Melayu records Singapore's pre-modern past, which has been held since Sir Stamford Raffles arrived in 1819 and declared himself at the "ancient Capital of the Malay kings". It seeks to grasp what is the Sejarah Melayu and how its accounts of Singapore as Temasek and Singapura were written, critically re-examines key historical text such as the Malay epic Hikayat Hang Tuah, Tomé Pires' Suma Oriental and 14th century Chinese travelogue Daoyi Zhilue, and makes an expansive study into other sources in Malay, Javanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Siamese, Arabic, Portuguese, Dutch, French, and the English language to discover clues to ancient Singapore's long hidden past. This is a book that will profoundly change understandings of Singapore's history and identity.
The Hidden Life Of Ancient Egypt
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Author : Clare Gibson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009
The Hidden Life Of Ancient Egypt written by Clare Gibson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Art, Ancient categories.
Explores how the art of the civilization can be the key to understanding the rites, thoughts and daily life of the mysterious ancient Egyptians. This book decodes fifty works, from wall paintings from Nebamun's tomb to Tutankhamun's grave goods, with hieroglyphs and symbols of ancient practices, beliefs, magic and religion.
The Hidden Life Of Ancient Egypt
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Author : Clare K. Gibson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009
The Hidden Life Of Ancient Egypt written by Clare K. Gibson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Art, Ancient categories.
"From the golden splendor of King Tut's tomb to the engineering marvel of the Great Pyramids, no other civilization in history has fascinated us like ancient Egypt. But the world of the pharaohs is as mysterious as it is intriguing. Discover in these beautifully illustrated pages how the art of this great empire can be the key to understanding the rites, religion, and daily life of ancient Egyptians"--Provided by publisher.
The Secret Roots Of Christianity
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Author : David Wray
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2012-11-01
The Secret Roots Of Christianity written by David Wray and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-11-01 with Religion categories.
Traditional religious history preserves a rarely acknowledged secret that Christianity developed from at least three ancient roots: a Western structural root derived from Mediterranean Greek culture, an Eastern spiritual root from Anatolia and Persia, and a literary Jewish historical root, which masked the other roots and supported the idea that Christians had taken the place of Jews in relationship with God by entering a new covenant with Jesus. Each root contributed something special to the development of Christianity as follows: Supported by pagan iconography and rhetoric, the Western root imprinted Christianity with Greek spirit in a Hellenistic universe. The Eastern root filled the Greek construct with magic, focused humanity on a divine mission, and infused popular reverence for goddesses into Christian beliefs about the Virgin Mary. The literary Jewish root played two contradictory roles: Jewish scripture served as the reliable witness that proved Jesus to be both God and savior; and double-edged moral lessons in the Old Testament explained catastrophic events in the first century A.D. as divine judgment against Jews, supporting beliefs by early pagan converts to Christianity that Romans were good, Jews were bad, and God abandoned Jews for treacherously murdering Jesus. Two thousand years ago, Mediterranean cults included practices and beliefs that modern Christians associate exclusively with Christianity. People worshipped divine mothers who gave birth to dying and resurrecting gods on December 25. Saviors miraculously healed faithful followers and guided them to lead moral lives. Some cults baptized their followers, some passed their sins and inner demons to pigs, and some waited for a complete destruction of evil during the imminent End of Days. Then, as now, people argued whether the end would come by fire or water and whether many or few souls would be saved. Numerous symbols and beliefs associated in modern times with Christianity already existed in pre-Christian Hellenistic cults: Madonna and child images, angels, God the Father, the cross as a symbol of life after death, and the gift of eternal life through the shedding of immortal blood. On temple walls, wise men offered gifts of incense and gold to newborn gods; and merciful mothers granted salvation to the poor in spirit who confessed, repented, and begged forgiveness for their sins. However, Jews generally rejected all these practices, symbols, and beliefs. Some Jews believed in physical resurrection, and some did not. Some believed in eternal life, and some did not. For most Jews, however, a righteous life required the following of God's laws. If a Jew sinned against another man, no automatic forgiveness from God was possible. Forgiveness required acknowledgement of wrongdoing, restitution, and then forgiveness from the wronged party. Applying Jewish ethics to problems at the Jerusalem Temple meant recognizing the corruption within the priesthood, refusing to tolerate the evil rule of Rome, and giving one's life if necessary to precipitate the Kingdom of God. Just as God always had responded to the prayers of suffering Jews in the Bible, he would do so again. Soon he would send a messiah to deliver Jerusalem from the evil power of Rome and to cleanse Judea from the polluting practices of pagan cults. Drawing from both visible and secret roots, Christians freed themselves from paying for salvation from mystery cults while preserving the ability to worship a virgin-born hero with all the trappings of a pagan solar deity. This book explores the roots of Christianity in seven parts. The first three parts provide an overview of religious beliefs, practices, and iconography in the ancient Greek world that influenced Western culture and religion. The fourth, fifth, and sixth parts describe how the West developed under Roman influence. Then the seventh part focuses on the life of Jesus and the emergence of Christian cults in the first century A.D.
Decoding The Past
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Author : Manish Sharma
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2024-04-22
Decoding The Past written by Manish Sharma and has been published by Independently Published this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-04-22 with History categories.
"Decoding the Past: Mysteries, Meals, and Misconceptions of Ancient Civilizations" takes readers on a captivating exploration of the culinary heritage of ancient societies. From unraveling the secrets of ancient recipes to debunking myths and misconceptions about food and dining practices, this book offers a fascinating journey through the cultural, social, and historical dimensions of food in antiquity. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, readers will discover the rich tapestry of human ingenuity, creativity, and resilience reflected in the culinary traditions of civilizations long past. "Decoding the Past" is a celebration of the enduring legacy of ancient foodways and a testament to the profound role that food plays in shaping human history and culture.
A Lexicon Of Ancient Egyptian Cryptography Of The New Kingdom
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Author : Joshua Aaron Roberson
language : en
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Release Date : 2020-07-06
A Lexicon Of Ancient Egyptian Cryptography Of The New Kingdom written by Joshua Aaron Roberson and has been published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-07-06 with History categories.
This is the first synthesis on Egyptian enigmatic writing (also referred to as "cryptography") in the New Kingdom (c.1550-1070 BCE). Enigmatic writing is an extended practice of Egyptian hieroglyphic writing, set against immediate decoding and towards revealing additional levels of meaning. The first volume consists of studies by the main specialists in the field. This second volume is a lexicon of all attested enigmatic signs and values.
Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs
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Author : Bridget McDermott
language : en
Publisher: Chartwell Books
Release Date : 2016-11-02
Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs written by Bridget McDermott and has been published by Chartwell Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-11-02 with History categories.
Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs interweaves a clear guide to deciphering this elegant, largely picture language with vivid depictions of its origins and the people themselves.
The Ark Before Noah
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Author : Irving Finkel
language : en
Publisher: Anchor
Release Date : 2014-03-25
The Ark Before Noah written by Irving Finkel and has been published by Anchor this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-03-25 with History categories.
The recent translation of a Babylonian tablet launches a groundbreaking investigation into one of the most famous stories in the world, challenging the way we look at ancient history. Since the Victorian period, it has been understood that the story of Noah, iconic in the Book of Genesis, and a central motif in Judaism, Christianity and Islam, derives from a much older story that existed centuries before in ancient Babylon. But the relationship between the Babylonian and biblical traditions was shrouded in mystery. Then, in 2009, Irving Finkel, a curator at the British Museum and a world authority on ancient Mesopotamia, found himself playing detective when a member of the public arrived at the museum with an intriguing cuneiform tablet from a family collection. Not only did the tablet reveal a new version of the Babylonian Flood Story; the ancient poet described the size and completely unexpected shape of the ark, and gave detailed boat building specifications. Decoding this ancient message wedge by cuneiform wedge, Dr. Finkel discovered where the Babylonians believed the ark came to rest and developed a new explanation of how the old story ultimately found its way into the Bible. In The Ark Before Noah, Dr. Finkel takes us on an adventurous voyage of discovery, opening the door to an enthralling world of ancient voices and new meanings.
Decoding The Pyramids
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Author : Ezra Ivanov
language : en
Publisher: DTTV PUBLICATIONS
Release Date :
Decoding The Pyramids written by Ezra Ivanov and has been published by DTTV PUBLICATIONS this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with History categories.
THE PYRAMID TEXTS The king offers an offering! Anubis gives the offering! From the highlands come to thee your thousand young antelope with bowed heads. What a gift! Anubis gives this offering! Thank you for your thousand loaves! Thank you for your thousand beers! From the palace hall, you sent forth a thousand incenses! Everything pleasant in thy thousand! There are a thousand cattle in your herd! Everything thou eatest you eat in a thousand, on which thy desire is set! In addition to his work on the Berlin dictionary, Sethe's most significant contribution to Egyptology was an edition of hand-copied hieroglyphs, translations, and commentaries of all texts engraved in pyramids at the time. Sethe's edition has been the foundation of virtually every discussion of the readers of the pyramids: he is, in fact, the one who first named those texts, collectively, 'Pyramidentexten' - Pyramid Texts. For each verse of the pyramids' texts in Maspero's Les inscriptions des pyramides de Saqqarah, he provided a translation of its meaning based on his understanding of the funerary texts of later ages since there was nothing else with which to compare them. Due to their mysterious nature, Maspero's work was quite subtle, but one which he readily acknowledged was primarily based on intuition derived from extensive studies of ancient Egypt and its religion.