Serapis – Leonardo Paolo Lovari – Paperback

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Serapis
Autori
Leonardo Paolo Lovari
Pubblicato da
Anubi Magazine
(Digitalsoul di Leonardo Paolo Lovari)
Data di pubblicazione
10/12/2024
Luogo di pubblicazione
Greve in Chianti
Paese di pubblicazione
Italia
© 2024 Anubi Magazine
Lingua del testo
Inglese
LIBRO CARTACEO
Legatura
Brossura
Abstract
The book begins with a historical overview of Serapis’s emergence, tracing its roots to the Egyptian god Osiris and the Greek god Apis. It contextualizes this development within the socio-political framework of the Ptolemaic dynasty, illustrating how Serapis served as a unifying figure between Greek and Egyptian cultures. Following this foundation,the text delves into Serapis’s iconography and worship practices, detailing temples dedicated to him and associated rituals that reflect religious syncretism.Subsequent chapters explore Serapis’s broader implications in Hellenistic religion and his influence on early Christianity, revealing dynamics of religious exchange across cultures. The final sections consider Serapis’s legacy in modern spiritual practices and popularculture, highlighting how this ancient figure continues to resonate today. Each chapter is enriched with scholarly insights, archaeological findings, and comparative analyses that deepen understanding of this captivating subject. Overall, “Serapis” invites readers to reflect on the profound ways in which mythology and belief shape human experience throughout history.
Isbn: 9791281135178

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