The Temples And The Gods Of Chaldea

The Temples and the Gods of Chaldea is a book written by the renowned Egyptologist, Gaston Maspero. The book explores the ancient civilization of Chaldea, which existed in Mesopotamia (present-day Iraq) from the 4th millennium BCE until the 6th century BCE. Maspero delves into the religious beliefs and practices of the Chaldeans, who worshipped a pantheon of gods and goddesses, including Anu, Enlil, and Marduk. He also examines the role of the temples in Chaldean society, which served as centers of worship, education, and political power. The book is based on Maspero's extensive research and includes translations of ancient texts, as well as illustrations of Chaldean art and architecture. It provides a comprehensive overview of the culture and religion of one of the world's oldest civilizations, making it a valuable resource for historians, archaeologists, and anyone interested in ancient Mesopotamia.THIS 128 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: History of Egypt Part 3, by G. Maspero. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766135047.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.