| All the Rxyt-People Adore: The Role of the Rekhyt-People in Egyptian Religion Contributor(s): Griffin, Kenneth (Author) |
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ISBN: 1906137625 ISBN-13: 9781906137625 Publisher: Golden House Publications OUR PRICE: $142.50 Product Type: Paperback Published: December 2018 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Ancient - Egypt - Religion | History |
| Dewey: 299.31 |
| LCCN: 2018419833 |
| Series: GHP Egyptology |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 8.1" W x 11.6" (2.75 lbs) 368 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - Ancient (To 499 A.D.) - Cultural Region - North Africa - Cultural Region - Middle East |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Egyptian society is often said to have been divided into social classes, with the pat -people representing the 'elite' and the rxyt -people being the 'commoners'. The aim of this study is to provide the first comprehensive analysis of the role of the rxyt -people in Egyptian religion by utilizing both text and iconography. This includes exploring their identity, their participation in Egyptian rituals and temple festivals, and a detailed examination of the rxyt rebus. |