Title: Christian mummification
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.
Subjects: Religious life and customs, Ancient Funeral rites and ceremonies, Mummies, Death, Catholic Church, Death, religious aspects, Funeral rites and ceremonies, Italy, social life and customs, Religious aspects
Places: Italy