Christian mummification
Subtitle: an interpretative history of the preservation of saints, martyrs, and others
By: Ken Jeremiah
Publisher: McFarland & Co.; McFarland & Company
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 272
ISBN-13: 9780786465194
Subjects: Religious life and customs; Ancient Funeral rites and ceremonies; Mummies; Death; Catholic Church
Description: "This study explores the history of Roman Catholic mummification. It explores various types of mummies, the connections between the Catholic Church and Egyptian religious practices, the treatment of the dead by other faiths, and the veritable cult that has arisen in Italy surrounding the saints whose bodies are preserved"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p.          ) and index.