Słuchaj i czytaj kiedy chcesz

Romans na spacerze? Kryminał w drodze do pracy? Wciągający thriller, gdy gotujesz? Z ponad 500 tys. tytułów do wyboru, nigdy nie zabraknie Ci najlepszych historii. Zacznij słuchać już dziś - ale uważaj, te emocje uzależniają!

Wypróbuj przez 7 dni
Czytaj i słuchaj jak chcesz i ile chcesz
Ponad 500 000 tytułów
Tytuły dostępne wyłącznie w Storytel oraz Storytel Originals
Łatwa rezygnacja w dowolnym momencie

Wypróbuj przez 7 dni

PL - Details page - Device banner - 894x1036

Cover for The Egyptian Book of the Dead: Texts and Interpretations

Wypróbuj przez 7 dni

The Egyptian Book of the Dead: Texts and Interpretations

Wypróbuj przez 7 dni

Czas trwania: 1 Godz. 34 min
Język: Angielski
Format
Kategoria: Literatura Historyczna

The Egyptian Book of the Dead is one of the most significant and enigmatic works of ancient Egyptian literature. It is a collection of funerary texts that were intended to guide the soul of the deceased through the afterlife. The texts were not a single work but rather a compilation of spells, hymns, and prayers, which were tailored to ensure a safe passage to the afterlife and to grant protection in the realm of the dead. The Book of the Dead, also known as the "Book of Going Forth by Day," was typically inscribed on papyrus and placed in the tombs of the deceased, often alongside various amulets and offerings to aid the soul's journey.

The origins of the Book of the Dead can be traced back to the Pyramid Texts and Coffin Texts of the Old Kingdom, which were intended for royal burials. Over time, these texts evolved into the more accessible and expansive collection found in the New Kingdom, where it was available for individuals from all social classes. The Book of the Dead represents an essential aspect of ancient Egyptian religion, providing a vivid description of the journey the soul would undergo after death. It was believed that through the proper recitation and understanding of these texts, the deceased could navigate the trials of the underworld, known as Duat, and ultimately reach the afterlife in the presence of the gods.

The role of the Book of the Dead in Egyptian religion was deeply intertwined with the belief in Ma’at, the concept of divine order, truth, and justice. The texts emphasized the importance of the deceased’s heart being weighed in the Hall of Ma’at, where it would be measured against the feather of Ma’at to determine whether the soul was worthy of entering the eternal paradise. This idea of judgment after death is a central theme throughout the Book of the Dead and reflects the profound importance of moral conduct and the balance of cosmic forces in Egyptian thought.

Wydanie

Audiobook: 15 kwietnia 2025

Tagi