Excerpt from The Samas Religious Texts: Classified in the British Museum Catalogue as Hymns, Prayers, and Incantations; With Twenty Plates of Texts Hitherto Unpublished, and a Transliteration and Translation of K. 3182
I wish to thank Dr. Weis'sbach, of Leipzig, for his kindness in pointing out to me three duplicates of K. 4872, viz., K. 3138, K. 3462, and K. 4654, and another Samas text, K. 2380, none of which are noted in the Catalogue.
I am also under obligations to Dr. E. Wallis Budge, the Keeper of the Department of Egyptian and Assyrian Antiquities, British Museum, and to Mr. Leonard W. King and Mr. R. Camp bell Thompson, assistants in the Department, for their courtesy and for the great assistance which they afforded me during my stay in London.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of ancient Babylonian religion, focusing specifically on the worship of the sun god Samas. The author presents a collection of previously unpublished religious texts from the British Museum, including hymns, prayers, and incantations. By meticulously analyzing these texts, the author sheds light on the complex rituals and beliefs surrounding Samas, providing insights into the social and moral values of the time. The book draws parallels between Babylonian religious practices and those found in the Old Testament, highlighting the commonalities and differences in Semitic religious thought. The author explores the ethical dimensions of the Samas texts, revealing a complex moral landscape where honesty, fairness, and social responsibility were paramount. This book offers a unique glimpse into the religious life of ancient Babylon, illuminating the role of Samas in shaping the worldview and values of a bygone era. 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 # 9781331164647_0
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