Environment and Religion in Ancient and Coptic Egypt: Sensing the Cosmos through the Eyes of the Divine: Proceedings of the 1st Egyptological Conference of the Hellenic Institute of Egyptology: 1-3 February 2017

The Environment and Religion in Ancient and Coptic Egypt: Sensing the Cosmos through the Eyes of the Divine conference was held in Athens in 2017, exploring the relationship between ancient Egyptian religion, Coptic Christianity, and the environment. The conference aimed to sense the Cosmos as a manifestation of the Divine, with Egyptians viewing their surroundings and the Universe as a creation and a direct immanence of the Divine. The conference brought together scholars from over 15 countries to present their research on the ancient Egyptian religion, environment, and the Cosmos, enriching the bibliographic resources with original and interesting articles.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 582 pages
\n Publication date: 01 October 2020
\n Publisher: Archaeopress
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The captivating exploration of Environment and Religion in Ancient and Coptic Egypt delves into the profound connections between the divine and the natural world in ancient and Coptic Egypt. This conference, held in Athens from February 1st to 3rd, 2017, was a collaborative effort between the Hellenic Institute of Egyptology, the Writing & Scripts Centre of Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and the University of Alexandria. The central aim was to perceive the cosmos as a manifestation of the divine, exploring the interplay between the divine and environmental, cosmic, and societal realms.

The ancient Egyptians held a deep reverence for their surroundings and the vast universe, viewing it as a creation and a direct manifestation of the divine. They believed themselves to be integral components of the cosmos, worshipping deities who embodied various environmental and cosmic aspects and forces. Numerous examples, spanning epigraphic, textual, monumental, and other forms, corroborate these intricate relationships. The ancient Egyptian religion, characterized by its bi-faceted nature, incorporated both solar and astral components. The former was associated with the god Rec, while the latter was linked to the god Osiris.

The conference brought together a diverse group of Egyptologists, archaeologists, archaeoastronomers, theologians, historians, and scholars from over 15 countries worldwide. The participants presented their research, enriching the bibliographic resources with original and thought-provoking articles. This publication, spanning over 580 pages and featuring 34 fresh and original papers, along with 2 abstracts, showcases the depth and richness of the discussions held during the conference.

Through this exploration, we gain a deeper understanding of the ancient Egyptians' spiritual beliefs and their profound connection to the natural world. The conference serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of ancient Egypt and its profound impact on the world of religion and science.

\n Weight: 2098g\n
Dimension: 210 x 296 x 35 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781789696394\n \n