The Sun and the Serpent (Classic Reprint): A Contribution to the History of Serpent-Worship: A Contribution to the History of Serpent-Worship (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Charles Frederick Oldham

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ISBN 10: 1330220889 ISBN 13: 9781330220887

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Explore the ancient link between the Sun and the serpent across cultures and time.

This book surveys how sun-worship and serpent worship traveled from India to China, Africa, and beyond, shaping sacred rites, totems, and kings who were believed to embody divine power.

From temple reverence to legendary kings and deified ancestors, it explains how the hooded serpent and the sun-god became enduring symbols. It draws on myth, archaeology, and historical texts to trace shared rituals that survived across civilizations—often under different names.

The author shows how rituals, offerings, and sacred monuments reflect a common cultural thread. It highlights the ways these beliefs influenced art, governance, and daily life in distant lands.

Connections between sun worship and serpent gods across regions
How totems like the Naga and tortoise symbolized solar descent
Rituals, sacrifices, and memorial practices tied to sacred beings
Comparative glimpses of beliefs in Asia, Africa, and the ancient Near East

Ideal for readers curious about religious history, myth, and the cross-cultural journeys of early belief systems.

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Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1330220889
ISBN 13: 9781330220887
Binding: Paperback
Number of pages: 278

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The Sun and the Serpent: A Contribution to the History of Serpent-Worship

Charles Frederick Oldham

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ISBN 10: 1330220889 ISBN 13: 9781330220887

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the ancient and widespread practice of serpent worship, tracing its roots and evolution across diverse cultures and epochs. With a particular focus on India, the author explores the intricate connections between serpent veneration and the worship of the sun, revealing their shared origins in the reverence for powerful solar deities. Drawing upon extensive research and firsthand observations, the author challenges traditional interpretations of ancient texts, shedding new light on the complex relationships between the Aryans and the serpent-worshipping tribes they encountered. This book unveils the fascinating history of how these seemingly disparate groups interacted and ultimately merged, leaving an enduring mark on religious practices and social customs. By examining serpent worship within its broader historical and cultural context, the author uncovers a rich tapestry of interconnected beliefs and practices that spanned continents and millennia. This exploration delves into the profound symbolism of the serpent and its association with creation, protection, and the divine. Ultimately, this book illuminates the enduring significance of serpent worship, offering valuable insights into the human quest for meaning and the diverse ways in which different cultures have sought to understand and connect with the divine. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330220887_0

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