The Mythology of Ancient Egypt Illustrated Edition

Egyptian mythology is the collection of myths from ancient Egypt, which describe the actions of the Egyptian gods as a means of understanding the world. The beliefs that these myths express are an important part of ancient Egyptian religion. Myths appear frequently in Egyptian writings and art, particularly in short stories and in religious material such as hymns, ritual texts, funerary texts, and temple decoration. Contents: • Exploration, History, and Customs • The Priesthood: Mysteries and Temples • The Cult of Osiris • The Great Gods • Egyptian Literature • Magic • Foreign and Animal Gods: The Late Period • Egyptian Art