Ancient Mesopotamian religion and beliefs
By: Laura Loria
Edition: First edition.
Series: Spotlight on the rise and fall of ancient civilizations; Spotlight on the rise and fall of ancient civilizations
Publisher: Rosen Publishing
Published: 2016
Place of publication: New York, NY
Language: eng
Number of pages: 48
ISBN-13: 9781477789155
Subjects: Assyro-Babylonian religion
Description: The religion of ancient Mesopotamia was rich and varied. Readers will learn about the colorful major gods, as well as several lesser gods. They will also get insight into the structure and rituals of the religion, such as the roles of the priests and kings and their relationships to the gods. This instructive book also explains how astronomy and the constellations figured into their worship. Readers will be captivated by explanations about the healing aspect of ancient Mesopotamian religion and gain a deeper understanding of how these fascinating people viewed the afterlife. Bibliography, Detailed Table of Contents, Full-Color Photographs, Further Information Section, Glossary, Index, Primary Sources, Websites.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.

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Table of contents: title: Gods and goddesses; title: An, god of the universe; title: Enlil, ruler of the earth; title: Enki, god of waters; title: Marduk, god of Babylon; title: Lesser gods and goddesses; title: Temples; title: Priests; title: Rituals; title: Kings and gods; title: Sacred words; title: Epic of Gilgamesh; title: Omens and astrology; title: Healing; title: Burial.