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The Religion of Babylonia and Assyria

By Morris Jastrow

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

"The Religion of Babylonia and Assyria" by Morris Jastrow, Jr. is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work provides a comprehe...

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2007-03-07
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"The Religion of Babylonia and Assyria" by Morris Jastrow, Jr. is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work provides a comprehensive overview of the religious practices, beliefs, and historical developments of the Babylonian and Assyrian cultures. It aims to gather and summarize the scattered information available about these ancient religions to facilitate further study and understanding of their complexities. At the start of the book, Jastrow discusses the historical context of Babylonian and Assyrian religions, highlighting the scarcity of direct records prior to the 19th century's archaeological discoveries. He notes that early knowledge was primarily derived from biblical texts and the works of ancient historians like Herodotus. The opening chapters outline the essential sources for understanding these religions and describe the significant archaeological excavations that have revealed thousands of texts and artifacts, offering deeper insights into the religious life of Mesopotamia. This introductory portion sets a scholarly tone, establishing the book as a vital resource for both specialists and interested readers seeking to comprehend the spiritual heritage of these ancient civilizations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

About the Author

Morris Jastrow Jr. was a Polish-born American orientalist and librarian associated with the University of Pennsylvania.

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