Efrosyni Boutsikas
Cosmos in Ancient Greek Religious Experience: Sacred Space, Memory, and Cognition
Cosmos in Ancient Greek Religious Experience: Sacred Space, Memory, and Cognition
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Efrosyni Boutsikas explores ancient Greek religious performances, which were orchestrated displays that integrated the body within cosmic space and made the sacred extraordinary. She examines how natural light or the night-sky may have assisted in intensifying the experience and how they shaped emotions, cosmological beliefs, and ritual memory of the participants. Her study revolutionises our understanding of ancient emotionality and cognitive experience.
Format: Hardback
Length: 278 pages
Publication date: 29 October 2020
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Efrosyni Boutsikas delves into the captivating realm of ancient Greek religious performances, unveiling intricate displays that seamlessly blend topography, architecture, space, cult, and myth. Through her meticulous examination, she reveals how these diverse elements were harmoniously integrated, creating a profound connection between the body and the cosmic realm, rendering the sacred extraordinary. Boutsikas also explores the potential influence of natural light or the night sky on these rituals, unraveling how they may have heightened the sensory experience and shaped ancient perceptions of the universe. By employing digital and virtual reconstructions of ancient skyscapes and religious structures during these sacred events, the author unveils a deeper understanding of the significance of time and place in religious experiences. Through her insightful analysis, Boutsikas demonstrates how these spaces shaped the emotions, cosmological beliefs, and ritual memory of the participants, revolutionizing our understanding of ancient emotionality and cognitive experiences. Her study reveals how Greek religious spaces were vibrant arenas where individuals shared a profound connection with the cosmos, creating a tapestry of emotional and cognitive richness that remains an enduring testament to the power of ritual and the human quest for meaning.
Weight: 766g
Dimension: 183 x 259 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108488174
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