Creation of the Sacred: Tracks of Biology in Early Religions

by Walter Burkert and BURKERT WALTER

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Sacrifice--ranging from the sacrifice of virgins to circumcision to giving up what is most valued--is essential to all religions. Could there be a natural, even biological, reason for these practices? Something that might explain why religions of so many different cultures share so many rituals and concepts? In this extraordinary book, one of the world's leading authorities on ancient religions explores the possibility of natural religion--a religious...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0674175700

ISBN13:9780674175709

Release Date:January 1998

Publisher:Harvard University Press

Length:272 Pages

Weight:0.85 lbs.

Dimensions:0.7" x 6.0" x 8.9"

Related Subjects

Ancient Christianity Devotionals Education & Reference History Other Religions, Practices & Sacred Texts Religion Religion & Spirituality Religious History Religious Studies

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