"Beacon Lights of History, Volume 01: The Old Pagan Civilizations" by John Lord examines ancient societies to discover their core spiritual and social concepts. The book journeys through the beliefs and cultures of the Egyptians, Babylonians, Assyrians, and Persians, as well as the beginnings of Brahmanism and Buddhism in India, to build a connected depiction of how the historical religions affected the advancement of civilization. The author kicks off by clarifying his plan to summarize the broad information known about these ancient groups, focusing on their faiths from the viewpoint of how it impacted moral principles. Lord stresses the significance of realizing that pagan cultures evolved from simple beliefs to increasingly complex systems. By examining the polytheistic ideas of the Egyptians, the dualistic beliefs of the Persians, and the rise of Buddhism, he presents the framework for understanding how these early religions made an impact on civilization and global philosophical ideas.

Beacon Lights of History, Volume 01: The Old Pagan Civilizations
By John Lord
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Discover how the religions of ancient empires shaped the foundations of society as we know it.
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About the AuthorJohn Lord was an American historian and lecturer.
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