Among the Gods

An Archaeological Exploration of Ancient Greek Religion
1. Auflage 2023
ISBN: 978-0-367-75061-9
Verlag: Routledge

Buch, Englisch, 266 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm, Gewicht: 415 g

Reihe: Routledge Revivals

First published in 1989, Among the Gods uses archaeological evidence to explore ancient Greek religion.

The book analyses cult-statues and inscriptions to provide a detailed discussion of gods and goddesses, the priesthood, and healing sanctuaries. In doing so, it highlights the external, formal nature of religious practice in ancient Greece, such as pilgrimages, offerings, and hallowed sites. Archaeological records are used to examine both the theory and practice of ancient Greek religion, and to provide context to a variety of Greek myths and Greek literature.

Among the Gods will appeal to those with an interest in religious history, archaeological history, and Classical history.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Ferguson, John

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Geschichtswissenschaft Alte Geschichte & Archäologie
• Geisteswissenschaften Religionswissenschaft Religionswissenschaft Allgemein Religionsgeschichte Religionen der Antike

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1: The Religion of Ancient Crete; 2: Gods and Goddesses; 3: Sanctuaries, Temples, and Altars; 4: Priesthood; 5: Games and Festivals; 6: Oracles; 7: Healing Sanctuaries; 8: The Mysteries; 9: Death and Burial; 10: Votive Offerings; 11: Private Cults; 12: Magic; 13: Politics and Religion; 14: Some Islands and their Cults; 15: The Religious Life of Athens and Attica; Notes; Glossary; Index

Über Autor(innen)

John Ferguson