Sacred Beasts
feb 2025 · Publifye AS
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""Sacred Beasts"" explores the fascinating history of animal deification across cultures, examining why certain creatures became religious icons. From ancient Egypt, where cats and crocodiles symbolized deities, to Hindu traditions that revere cows and monkeys, the book reveals how societies projected their beliefs onto the animal kingdom. One intriguing insight is how animal symbolism served to define moral codes and reinforce social hierarchies.
The book progresses through case studies, starting with early human societies and focusing on Egypt, Greece/Rome, and Hindu traditions. It demonstrates the universal human tendency to find meaning through animals. The book highlights that this deification reflects fundamental human needs to understand and find meaning in the world.
What sets ""Sacred Beasts"" apart is its interdisciplinary approach, drawing from history, anthropology, and religious studies to offer a holistic view. By exploring the symbiosis between humans and animals, the book provides insights into the origins of religious practices and the development of symbolic language. This exploration enhances our understanding of cultural history and ancient civilizations.
The book progresses through case studies, starting with early human societies and focusing on Egypt, Greece/Rome, and Hindu traditions. It demonstrates the universal human tendency to find meaning through animals. The book highlights that this deification reflects fundamental human needs to understand and find meaning in the world.
What sets ""Sacred Beasts"" apart is its interdisciplinary approach, drawing from history, anthropology, and religious studies to offer a holistic view. By exploring the symbiosis between humans and animals, the book provides insights into the origins of religious practices and the development of symbolic language. This exploration enhances our understanding of cultural history and ancient civilizations.
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