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Ancient Egyptian Magic

Author : Christina Riggs
Publisher : National Geographic Books
ISBN 13 : 0500052123
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ancient Egyptian Magic written by Christina Riggs and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2020-04-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An entertaining and informative introduction to how ancient Egyptians practiced magic in their daily lives. In the ancient world, if you needed a love charm, wanted to contact your dead wife, or needed the ability to fly like a bird, the magicians of Egypt were the ones who could make it happen. In Ancient Egyptian Magic, Christina Riggs explores how the Egyptians thought about magic, who performed it and why, and also helps readers understand why we’ve come to think of ancient Egypt in such a mystical way. Readers will learn how to cure scorpion bites, discover why you might want to break the legs off your stuffed hippopotamus toy, and uncover whether mummies really can come back to life. Readers can also learn how to save a fortune on pregnancy tests—urinating on barley grains will answer that question— as well as how to use the next street parade to predict the future or ensure that an annoying neighbor gets his comeuppance. Was magic harmless fun, heartfelt hope, or something darker? Featuring demons, dream interpreters, the Book of the Dead, and illustrations from tomb paintings and papyrus scrolls, Riggs breathes new life into ancient magic and uses early texts and images to illuminate the distinctions between magic, religion, and medicine.

Ancient Egyptian Magic

Author : Bob Brier
Publisher : William Morrow
ISBN 13 : 9780688036546
Total Pages : 322 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (365 download)

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Download or read book Ancient Egyptian Magic written by Bob Brier and published by William Morrow. This book was released on 1980-01-01 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Egyptian Magic

Author : Maarten J. Raven
Publisher : Amer Univ in Cairo Press
ISBN 13 : 9774165322
Total Pages : 209 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (741 download)

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Download or read book Egyptian Magic written by Maarten J. Raven and published by Amer Univ in Cairo Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The ancient Egyptians were firmly convinced of the importance of magic, which was both a source of supernatural wisdom and a means of affecting one's own fate. The gods themselves used it for creating the world, granting mankind magical powers as an aidto the struggle for existence. Magic formed a link between human beings, gods, and the dead. Magicians were the indispensable guardians of the god-given cosmic order, learned scholars who were always searching for the Magic Book of Thoth, which could explain the wonders of nature. Egyptian Magic, illustrated with wonderful and mysterious objects from European museum collections, describes how Egyptian sorcerers used their craft to protect the weakest members of society, to support the gods in their fightagainst evil, and to imbue the dead with immortality, and explores the arcane systems and traditions of the occult that governed this well-organized universe of ancient Egypt."--Publisher's website.

Egyptian Magic

Author : Sir Ernest Alfred Thompson Wallis Budge
Publisher : Library of Alexandria
ISBN 13 : 1613102127
Total Pages : 169 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (131 download)

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Download or read book Egyptian Magic written by Sir Ernest Alfred Thompson Wallis Budge and published by Library of Alexandria. This book was released on 2020-09-28 with total page 169 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Egyptian magic dates from the time when the predynastic and prehistoric dwellers in Egypt believed that the earth, and the underworld, and the air, and the sky were peopled with countless beings, visible and invisible, which were held to be friendly or unfriendly to man according as the operations of nature, which they were supposed to direct, were favourable or unfavourable to him. In -nature and attributes these beings were thought by primitive man to closely resemble himself and to possess all human passions, and emotions, and weaknesses, and defects; and the chief object of magic was to give man the pre-eminence over such beings. The favour of the beings who were placable and friendly to man might be obtained by means of gifts and offerings, but the cessation of hostilities on the part of those that were implacable and unfriendly could only be obtained by wheedling, and cajolery, and flattery, or by making use of an amulet, or secret name, or magical formula, or figure, or picture which had the effect of bringing to the aid of the mortal who possessed it the power of a being that was mightier than the foe who threatened to do evil to him. The magic of most early nations aimed at causing the transference of power from a supernatural being to man, whereby he was to be enabled to obtain superhuman results and to become for a time as mighty as the original possessor of the power; but the object of Egyptian magic was to endow man with the means of compelling both friendly and hostile powers, nay, at a later time, even God Himself, to do what he wished, whether the were willing or not. The belief in magic, the word being used in its best sense, is older in Egypt than the belief in God, and it is certain that a very large number of the Egyptian religious ceremonies, which were performed in later times as an integral part of a highly spiritual worship, had their origin in superstitious customs which date from a period when God, under any name or in any form, was unconceived in the minds of the Egyptians. Indeed it is probable that even the use of the sign which represents an axe, and which stands the hieroglyphic character both for God and "god," indicates that this weapon and. tool was employed in the performance of some ceremony connected with religious magic in prehistoric, or at any rate in predynastic times, when it in some mysterious way symbolized the presence of a supreme Power. But be this as it may, it is quite certain that magic and religion developed and flourished side by side in Egypt throughout all periods of her history, and that any investigation which we may make of the one necessarily includes an examination of the other.

Magic and Mystery in Ancient Egypt

Author : Christian Jacq
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 196 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Magic and Mystery in Ancient Egypt written by Christian Jacq and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Folklore, temple and tomb paintings, and hieroglyphic texts are drawn upon to explore the potent and pervading legacy of magic and ritual in ancient Egypt, a legacy that has survived to the present day. To the Egyptians, magic was an exact science with rules that were necessarily observed to placate the gods, ensure good fortune, cure the sick, and guarantee a safe passage through the underworld. This book provides insight into the full meaning of rituals that were designed to ensure health and happiness, preserve life, and smooth the moments of passage birth, marriage, death, and the continuum of years."

Religion and Magic in Ancient Egypt

Author : Rosalie David
Publisher : Penguin UK
ISBN 13 : 0141941383
Total Pages : 471 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (419 download)

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Download or read book Religion and Magic in Ancient Egypt written by Rosalie David and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2002-10-03 with total page 471 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ancient Egyptians believed that the Nile - their life source - was a divine gift. Religion and magic permeated their civilization, and this book provides a unique insight into their religious beliefs and practices, from 5000 BC to the 4th century AD, when Egyptian Christianity replaced the earlier customs. Arranged chronologically, this book provides a fascinating introduction to the world of half-human/ half-animal gods and goddesses; death rituals, the afterlife and mummification; the cult of sacred animals, pyramids, magic and medicine. An appendix contains translations of Ancient Eygtian spells.

Ancient Egyptian Magical Texts

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Publisher : BRILL
ISBN 13 : 900466968X
Total Pages : 137 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (46 download)

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Download or read book Ancient Egyptian Magical Texts written by and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2023-12-28 with total page 137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now back in print after 25 years: A small but unusually exhaustive collection of magical texts from some of the most important ancient Egyptian manuals and stelae, translated and organized by the renowned Dutch Egyptologist J.F. Borghouts. Translations are helpfully annotated and indexed, and Borghouts has provided a succinct overview of Egyptian magic in his Introduction. Readers with Egyptian will find it easy to follow the references to the primary editions.

Egyptian Magic

Author : Joseph Toledano
Publisher : Astrolog
ISBN 13 : 9789654941686
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (416 download)

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Download or read book Egyptian Magic written by Joseph Toledano and published by Astrolog. This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A contemporary examination of ancient magic Pracitces This overview of ancient Egyptian magic explores the uses and history of white and black magic among Egyptian sorcerers. Discussed are Egyptian priests who were known for their magical prowess; the great importance of spells and magic in ancient Egyptian daily life; and the many symbols, talismans, and magic words that derived from ancient Egypt. Compelling research drawn from written accounts on preserved papyrus and headstones is revealed.

Practical Egyptian Magic

Author : Murry Hope
Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin
ISBN 13 : 9780312634742
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (347 download)

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Download or read book Practical Egyptian Magic written by Murry Hope and published by St. Martin's Griffin. This book was released on 1986-02-15 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looks at The Book of the Dead, the pyramids, hieroglyphics, magical instruments, prayers, symbols, and invocations of ancient Egypt.

Ancient Egyptian Magic

Author : Eleanor L. Harris
Publisher : Weiser Books
ISBN 13 : 1633410145
Total Pages : 242 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (334 download)

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Download or read book Ancient Egyptian Magic written by Eleanor L. Harris and published by Weiser Books. This book was released on 2016-01-01 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Takes readers through the fundamentals of Egyptian magic, its techniques, rituals, magical formulas. Ancient Egyptian Magic takes readers step by step through the Egyptian philosophy and practice of magic. The author, Eleanor L. Harris, is a long-time practitioner of Egyptian magic, and she explains the "hows" and "whys" of magical tools, amulets, rituals, ceremony, and spells. Advanced practitioners will find especially useful instruction on actual Egyptian magical script as found in the ancient papyri, such as The Leyden Papyrus, The Papyrus Ani (the Egyptian Book of the Dead), and other important works. You will learn how to: Invoke Egyptian gods and spirits for divination and magic Scry with fire, oil, and water Evoke messengers and spirits of the dead Have dream visions Sound the secret names of the deities Shape-shift into god forms Cast spells for love, protection, and healing Create ritual clothing and magical tools There is a glossary of deities and terms, along with a list of resources for more information on specialty items to outfit the detail-oriented magician.

Ancient Egyptian Magic

Author : Cassandra Eason
Publisher : Collins & Brown
ISBN 13 : 9781843336341
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (363 download)

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Download or read book Ancient Egyptian Magic written by Cassandra Eason and published by Collins & Brown. This book was released on 2003-03-28 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As early as 4000 B.C., ancient Egyptians wove magic and religion into whole cloth, wrapping themselves in ritual and symbolism that ranged from simple charms and protective hieroglyphs, to the towering monuments to immortality that are the pyramids of the Nile Valley. The rich religion and mythology of ancient Egypt is vividly documented here, with descriptions of the panoply of deities and their complex hierarchy, along with comprehensive explanations of the sacred oils, crystals and plants used in the many rituals that were an integral part of everyday life. Natural healing, magic, power animals, chants, prayers, and the Pyramids are covered in detail, backed by the author's unparalleled access to rare manuscripts and original images taken from Britain's National Witchcraft Museum.

Ancient Egyptian Magic for Modern Witches

Author : Ellen Cannon Reed
Publisher : Weiser Books
ISBN 13 : 1633412113
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (334 download)

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Download or read book Ancient Egyptian Magic for Modern Witches written by Ellen Cannon Reed and published by Weiser Books. This book was released on 2021-02-01 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rituals, prayers, and songs to bring the wisdom of the gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt to life. Based on Ellen Cannon Reed's twenty-five years of work with deities of ancient Egypt, this book brings an ancient tradition to modern pagan practice. With it, readers will have the tools to continue learning and developing their own methods of honoring the gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt. Over two dozen gods and goddesses are highlighted, including Osiris, Isis, Ra, Bast, Thoth, Sekhmet, and Tefnut. There is also a section devoted to glyphs. Finally, meditations and techniques bring these deities to life, enriching your spiritual path. The book provides a host of tools and techniques: Songs for the deities Rituals for ancient gods and goddesses Instructions for making your own magical tools Information about hieroglyphs Guides to making incense and oils Recipes for an ancient Egyptian feast Previously published as Circle of Isis.

Magic in Ancient Egypt

Author : Geraldine Pinch
Publisher : University of Texas Press
ISBN 13 : 9780292722620
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (226 download)

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Download or read book Magic in Ancient Egypt written by Geraldine Pinch and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2010-03-01 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Egyptians were famous in the ancient world for their knowledge of magic. Religion, medicine, technology, and what we would call magic coexisted without apparent conflict, and it was not unusual for magical and "practical" remedies for illness, for example, to be used side-by-side. Everyone resorted to magic, from the pharaoh guarding his country with elaborate magical rituals to the expectant mother wearing amulets to safeguard her unborn child. Magic in Ancient Egypt examines the fascinating connections between myth and magic, and the deities such as Bes and Isis who had special magical importance. Geraldine Pinch discusses the techniques for magic, its practitioners, and the surviving magical texts, as well as the objects that were used in magic—figurines, statues, amulets, and wands. She devotes a chapter to medicine and magic, and one to magic and the dead. Finally, she shows how elements and influences from Egyptian magic survived in or were taken up by later societies, right up to the twenty-first century.

Magic and Mysteries of Ancient Egypt

Author : James Bennett
Publisher : Godsfield Press
ISBN 13 : 9781841810904
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (19 download)

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Download or read book Magic and Mysteries of Ancient Egypt written by James Bennett and published by Godsfield Press. This book was released on 2003-01-03 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Of all the civilisations of the ancient world, Egypt holds the greatest fascination. Both art and science flourished, and the knowledge of medicine, anatomy and biology was unequalled until modern scientific breakthroughs were made. The ancient Egyptians were also masters and mistresses of the magical arts. Magic was part of the very structure and fabric of their society and the Egyptians' understanding of the spiritual realms, and of those hidden powers of the mind that we call psychic and magical, were unsurpassed. In Magic and Mysteries of Ancient Egypt you will learn how the ancient Egyptians used their psychic and magical powers to help them in everyday life. You will understand the cosmos as the ancient Egyptians saw it and become familiar with their pantheon of gods, including Heka, the god of magic. Each chapter contains an exercise that will help you develop your own psychic and intuitive powers and teach you how to practice some of the magical techniques of the ancient Egyptians. You will learn about your birth sign in the ancient Egyptian system and be able to determine your lucky and unlucky days. You will be able to intone sacred words, learn to understand and write hi

Through a Glass Darkly

Author : Kasia Szpakowska
Publisher : Classical Press of Wales
ISBN 13 : 1910589527
Total Pages : 286 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (15 download)

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Download or read book Through a Glass Darkly written by Kasia Szpakowska and published by Classical Press of Wales. This book was released on 2006-12-31 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Magic, dreams and prophecy played important roles in ancient Egypt, as in other Mediterranean societies. Scholars are now approaching the whole topic of divination in antiquity with greatly enhanced attention. In this volume eminent international specialists come together to explore the practice, logic and psychology of divination among ancient Egyptians.

Egyptian Magic (Illustrated)

Author : E.A. Wallis Budge
Publisher : SSEL
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (299 download)

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Download or read book Egyptian Magic (Illustrated) written by E.A. Wallis Budge and published by SSEL. This book was released on 2021-05-06 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: IN the first volume of this series an attempt was made to set before the reader a statement of the ideas and beliefs which the ancient Egyptians held in respect of God, the "gods," the Judgment, the Resurrection, and Immortality; in short, to sketch in brief outline much of what was beautiful, and noble, and sublime in their religion. The "magic" of the Egyptians was of two kinds: (1) that which was employed for legitimate purposes and with the idea of benefiting either the living or the dead, and (2) that which was made use of in the furtherance of nefarious plots and schemes and was intended to bring calamities upon those against whom it was directed. We have now to describe briefly the principal means upon which the Egyptians relied for working magic, that is to say, magical stones or amulets, magical figures, magical pictures and formulæ, magical names, magical ceremonies, etc., and such portions of the Book of the Dead as bear upon these subjects generally. This Premium Edition includes : . An Easy to Read Layout making reading comfortable . Illustrations and engravings . More than 150 footnotes

The Leyden Papyrus

Author : Francis Llewellyn Griffith
Publisher : Courier Corporation
ISBN 13 : 9780486229942
Total Pages : 244 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (299 download)

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Download or read book The Leyden Papyrus written by Francis Llewellyn Griffith and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 1974-01-01 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First complete translation of crucial 3rd-century A.D. manuscript of Egyptian magic, medicine. 15-foot roll of papyrus reveals spells, incantations, aphrodisiacs, invoking various gods. Probably compilation of practicing Egyptian sorcerer. Transliteration of demotic included.