A deluxe gift edition of The Egyptian Book of the Dead, beautifully presented with delicate gold embossing and gilded page edges.

This ancient funerary text contains a collection of spells, prayers and incantations designed to guide the departed through the perils of the underworld. Written to ensure eternal life, these scrolls were often left in the sarcophagus of the deceased and now offer fascinating insight into Egyptian culture.

This beautifully illustrated edition contains images from the exquisite Papyrus of Ani, an ancient Egyptian scroll narrating the journey of Theban scribe Ani through the underworld. Its accompanying hieroglyphic text has been translated by acclaimed Egyptologist E.A Wallis Budge, and includes spells addressed to ferryman, gods and kings to aid Ani on his way to the afterlife.

This compact gilded hardback edition makes a wonderful gift.

ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Ornate Classics are beautifully bound gift editions of iconic literary works from across history. These pocket-sized, foil-embossed hardbacks are printed using deluxe ivory paper and custom endpapers.

The Watchers were a group of Angels tasked with recording the deeds and progress of humankind. These Angels left their heavenly post and came to earth to experience the fleshly realm. One of the first actions of the Fallen Angels was to breed with human women. The offspring of these fallen, rebellious spirits and human females were hybrids, referred to as the Giants, the Nephilim (meaning The Fallen Ones), and the Men of Renown. Among the first seven scrolls discovered in the caves of Qumran at the Dead Sea is a scroll given the name, The Book of Giants. It records this history and is thought to have been based on the Book of Enoch, a pseudepigraphical Jewish work from the 3rd century BCE. The Book of Giants, like the Book of Enoch, concerns itself with the Watchers and their evil offspring. Two main versions of the text exist. The Dead Sea version is written in Aramaic. Another version has been found written in middle Persian, adapted from the Aramaic to fit into the Manichean religion. Both versions will be examined. Following theories speculating that the Book of Giants was once part of the Book of Enoch, we will attempt to place the two texts back together to render the complete story of the Watchers and the Nephilim. We will discover the history and contributions of these ancient scrolls and look carefully at their content and meaning. Throughout the combined texts we will examine all the biblical and apocryphal references and parallels within the text. The result is an in-depth and panoramic view of the Angels, the Watchers, and the Nephilim, and how one of the giants of the Nephilim race may have survived the flood intended to cleanse the Earth of their horror.

The great Norse Myths are among the most dramatic and unforgettable stories in all human history. These fascinating, fantastical tales have inspired centuries of art, culture and literature, including the storytelling of Tolkien, Neil Gaiman, George R. R. Martin's Game of Thrones, Wagner's Ring Cycle and Marvel Comics.

The Norse Myths takes us on a thrilling journey through the Norse cosmos, from the creation of the world to Ragnarok, the final world-destroying conflict; via the Nine Worlds, and the exploits of the mighty gods and goddesses - mystical Odin, malicious Loki, mighty Thor and more - and their quarrel with the giants.

Bringing to life the magical world of monsters and mythical creatures, The Norse Myths also introduces the adventures of humankind: folk heroes and tricksters; Sigmund's great battle in the Volsung Saga; the exploits of Kings and Princes; Viking exploration and settlement of new lands including Iceland, Greenland, America; and Viking life in the Mediterranean and the East.

As well as a treasure trove of these epic stories of heroism and cruelty, squabbles and seductions, The Norse Myths is a comprehensive study of their origins, survival and interpretations - as academically important as it is exhilarating.

A New Edition of the Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead, Perfect for History Buffs, Budding Archaeologists, or Mythology Enthusiasts

The Egyptian Book of the Dead is unquestionably one of the most influential books in all history. Containing the ancient ritual to be performed for the dead with detailed instructions for the behavior of the soul in the afterlife, it served as the most important repository of religious authority for some three thousand years. Chapters were carved on the pyramids of the ancient 5th Dynasty, texts were written in papyrus, and selections were painted on mummy cases well into the Christian era. In a certain sense, it represented all history and research of Egyptian civilization.

In the year 1888, Dr. E. A. Wallis Budge, then purchasing agent for the British Museum, followed rumors he heard of a spectacular archaeological find in Upper Egypt, and found in an 18th Dynasty tomb near Luxor a perfectly preserved papyrus scroll. It was a copy of the Egyptian Book of the Dead, written around 1500 B.C. for Ani, Royal Scribe of Thebes, Overseer of the Granaries of the Lords of Abydos, and Scribe of the Offerings of the Lords of Thebes.

This Papyrus of Ani is presented here by Dr. Budge. Reproduced in full are a clear copy of the Egyptian hieroglyphs, an interlinear transliteration of their sounds (as reconstructed), a word-for-word translation, and separately a complete smooth translation. All this is preceded by an original introduction of more than 150 pages. This classic material combined with a brand-new foreword by Dr. Foy Scalf of Chicago University gives the reader has a unique opportunity to experience all the fascinating aspects of The Egyptian Book of the Dead.

If you have always known deep down that there is a better way of living, more aligned with nature, & less chaotic than modern living, then keep reading.

In a world where the future of the planet & humankind has become so unstable, it is imperative now more than ever that we evolve as a species.

There is a deep need for us to reconnect with the divinity within us to create a new future & be at one with nature.

We don't need to look far for the wisdom we so desperately need; it lies in the memory of our ancestors.

The words of the Metu Neter that are recorded on the walls of temples & papyruses are the oldest recorded spiritual system known to humankind. By studying these words, we discover the connection between humankind & the deities of ancient Egypt.

When we apply these spiritual principles & laws in our lives, we truly discover how to live in a way that highlights the divine spirit within us.

Kemetic spirituality encourages us to be constantly aware that there is an interconnectedness between humanity & the divine & that the world around us is an extension of who we are.

You'll discover the truth to:

• Why science & quantum physics may only just now be catching up with what our ancestors knew
• How to align the laws of Ma'at with your breathing for powerful intention setting
• Why you may be attracting what you vehemently dislike into your life
• Kemetic diet secrets to living in a state of high vibrational awareness & becoming as green as Asar
• A powerful Kemetic approach to chakras you won't find anywhere else
• The ancient texts Russian scientists used to recreate incredible healing devices
• Kemetic healing systems to melt away past trauma like ice in the desert
• Ancient principles that act as spiritual fertilizer for your goals & dreams
• How to immediately tap into your body's energy channels using one hand
• The best way to interact with deities, should you encounter them in your healing sessions
• The soul & Earth chakra technique for super-human vitality
• The spirit guide/energy placement combo for outrageously effective chakra balancing
• A *bonus* illustrated Kemetic yoga chapter for supercharged well-being & alignment
• A treasure-trove of *bonuses*, including a chakra video course with over 4.5 hours of empowering content, energy-tapping videos, powerful guided meditations, & journals.

& so much more...

The forces employed in the creation of the world came from a single divine source. This divine force is within & all around you. By connecting with it using the powerful methods & principles within these chapters, you, too, can harness divinity, regardless of your age, background, race, or gender, just as our ancestors did.

So if you want to step out of a low-vibrational existence & into oneness with true divinity, then turn the first page.

If you have always known deep down that there is a better way of living, more aligned with nature, & less chaotic than modern living, then keep reading.

In a world where the future of the planet & humankind has become so unstable, it is imperative now more than ever that we evolve as a species.

There is a deep need for us to reconnect with the divinity within us to create a new future & be at one with nature.

We don't need to look far for the wisdom we so desperately need; it lies in the memory of our ancestors.

The words of the Metu Neter that are recorded on the walls of temples & papyruses are the oldest recorded spiritual system known to humankind. By studying these words, we discover the connection between humankind & the deities of ancient Egypt.

When we apply these spiritual principles & laws in our lives, we truly discover how to live in a way that highlights the divine spirit within us.

Kemetic spirituality encourages us to be constantly aware that there is an interconnectedness between humanity & the divine & that the world around us is an extension of who we are.

You'll discover the truth to:

• Why science & quantum physics may only just now be catching up with what our ancestors knew
• How to align the laws of Ma'at with your breathing for powerful intention setting
• Why you may be attracting what you vehemently dislike into your life
• Kemetic diet secrets to living in a state of high vibrational awareness & becoming as green as Asar
• A powerful Kemetic approach to chakras you won't find anywhere else
• The ancient texts Russian scientists used to recreate incredible healing devices
• Kemetic healing systems to melt away past trauma like ice in the desert
• Ancient principles that act as spiritual fertilizer for your goals & dreams
• How to immediately tap into your body's energy channels using one hand
• The best way to interact with deities, should you encounter them in your healing sessions
• The soul & Earth chakra technique for super-human vitality
• The spirit guide/energy placement combo for outrageously effective chakra balancing
• A *bonus* illustrated Kemetic yoga chapter for supercharged well-being & alignment
• A treasure-trove of *bonuses*, including a chakra video course with over 4.5 hours of empowering content, energy-tapping videos, powerful guided meditations, & journals.

& so much more...

The forces employed in the creation of the world came from a single divine source. This divine force is within & all around you. By connecting with it using the powerful methods & principles within these chapters, you, too, can harness divinity, regardless of your age, background, race, or gender, just as our ancestors did.

So if you want to step out of a low-vibrational existence & into oneness with true divinity, then turn the first page.

Myths are not just the stories from the ancient Greeks and Romans--they represent deep truths from the essential concerns people face in their lives. Readers may already have heard of the Trojan Horse or how Oedipus married his own mother, but why have these stories lingered?

In Classical Myth: An Introduction, Barry B. Powell provides the historical and theoretical background necessary for us to understand not only the concept of what a myth is, but the cultural context of how it emerged, and the different approaches to interpreting myth that were put forward by ancient theorists and their more recent successors. Then he helps readers to understand classical myth as it is found in its primary sources: the works of Homer and Hesiod, and the Greek tragedians and historians, Ovid and Vergil. By examining a number of prominent themes in classical myth, this textbook explores the relationship between myth and art, politics, society, and history of the ancient world. This completely revised second edition features new illustrations and will help readers who want to understand myths or study their original sources.

Deliver me from the Watchers who bear slaughtering knives, and who have cruel fingers.

This luxurious silkbound edition presents the classic funerary text, The Egyptian Book of the Dead. This ancient collection of spells, prayers and incantations was used to guide departed souls through the perils of the underworld, ultimately ensuring eternal life. Written as part of funeral rites, these scrolls were often left in the sarcophagus of the deceased and now offer fascinating insight into Egyptian culture.

This beautifully illustrated edition contains full-color images from the exquisite Papyrus of Ani, an ancient Egyptian scroll narrating the journey of Theban scribe Ani through the underworld. Its accompanying hieroglyphic text has been translated by acclaimed Egyptologist E.A Wallis Budge, and includes spells addressed to ferryman, gods and kings to aid Ani on his way to the afterlife.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Silkbound Classics series brings together deluxe gift editions of literary classics, presented with luxurious silk binding, striking embossed cover designs and full-color illustrations.

Worshipped for over three-fifths of recorded history, Egypt's gods and goddesses are among the most fascinating of human civilization. The lives of pharaohs and commoners alike were dominated by the need to honor, worship, and pacify the huge pantheon of deities, from the benevolent to the malevolent. The richness and complexity of their mythology is reflected in countless tributes throughout Egypt, from lavish tomb paintings and imposing temple reliefs to humble household shrines.

This book examines the evolution, worship, and eventual decline of the numerous gods and goddesses--from minor household figures such as Bes and Tawaret to the all-powerful deities Amun and Re--that made Egypt the most theocratic society of the ancient world, and made Egyptians, according to Herodotus, more religious than any other people.

Now available in paperback, with hundreds of illustrations and specially commissioned drawings, this title remains the most comprehensive and authoritative guide to the deities that lay at the heart of Egyptian religion and society.

Most books aimed at introducing Orthodoxy to the non-Orthodox begin by explaining basic points of doctrine and practice that differ from what the average reader may be familiar with. But for the average American, this approach doesn't go deep enough. In order to be able to fully understand Orthodox doctrine and practice, we have to unlearn an entire secular worldview and become participants in a sacramental worldview instead-a worldview that embraces reality as it truly is. Dr. Zachary Porcu provides a guide to this process that is easily accessible both to Western Christians and to those who lack any grounding in the Christian Faith.

This luxurious hardback edition presents the classic ancient text, The Egyptian Book of the Dead, featuring gold gilded page edges and patterned endpapers.

Mysterious, powerful and moving, The Egyptian Book of the Dead is an ancient collection of spells, prayers and incantations designed to guide the departed through the perils of the underworld. Written as part of funeral rites to ensure eternal life, these scrolls were often left in the sarcophagus of the deceased and now offer fascinating insight into Egyptian culture.

This striking gift edition includes the classic hieroglyphic text has been translated by acclaimed Egyptologist E.A Wallis Budge, and includes spells addressed to ferryman, gods and kings to aid Ani on his way to the afterlife. Featuring gold cover embossing, gilded page edges, ivory paper, and patterned endpapers, it makes a wonderful collectible for any enthusiast.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Gilded Classics series presents luxury gift editions of classics works, printed on opulent ivory paper, featuring hardcover Wibilin binding, foil-embossed cover designs, beautifully designed end-papers and gilded page edges. These make perfect collectibles for lovers of classic literature.

A compelling history of radical transformation in the fourth-century--when Christianity decimated the practices of traditional pagan religion in the Roman Empire.

The Final Pagan Generation recounts the fascinating story of the lives and fortunes of the last Romans born before the Emperor Constantine converted to Christianity. Edward J. Watts traces their experiences of living through the fourth century's dramatic religious and political changes, when heated confrontations saw the Christian establishment legislate against pagan practices as mobs attacked pagan holy sites and temples. The emperors who issued these laws, the imperial officials charged with implementing them, and the Christian perpetrators of religious violence were almost exclusively young men whose attitudes and actions contrasted markedly with those of the earlier generation, who shared neither their juniors' interest in creating sharply defined religious identities nor their propensity for violent conflict. Watts examines why the final pagan generation--born to the old ways and the old world in which it seemed to everyone that religious practices would continue as they had for the past two thousand years--proved both unable to anticipate the changes that imperially sponsored Christianity produced and unwilling to resist them. A compelling and provocative read, suitable for the general reader as well as students and scholars of the ancient world.

This hardback gift edition presents the classic text, The Egyptian Book of the Dead, presented with original full-color illustrations and stenciled page edges.

The Egyptian Book of the Dead is an ancient collection of spells, prayers and incantations designed to guide the departed through the perils of the underworld, ultimately ensuring eternal life. Written as part of funeral rites, these scrolls were often left in the sarcophagus of the deceased and now offer fascinating insight into Egyptian culture.

This beautifully illustrated edition contains images from the exquisite Papyrus of Ani, an ancient Egyptian scroll narrating the journey of Theban scribe Ani through the underworld. Its accompanying hieroglyphic text has been translated by acclaimed Egyptologist E.A Wallis Budge, and includes spells addressed to ferryman, gods and kings to aid Ani on his way to the afterlife.

This edition contains magnificent illustrations from Persian manuscripts that complement the text and bring out its timeless beauty.

ABOUT THE SERIES The Arcturus Luxury Classic series brings together deluxe gold-embossed hardcover editions with stencilled edges, making for wonderful gift editions of these classic texts. Each contains the complete English translation, along with the text in its original language and a range of authentic full-color illustrations.

Lost Book of The Bible: The Book of EnochThe Nephilim, The Watchers, Giants, and Aliens? Finally see for yourself why The Book of Enoch was extracted from the Bible. Ancient Enlightenment, Religion, Spirituality

A compelling account of Christianity's Jewish beginnings, from one of the world's leading scholars of ancient religion

How did a group of charismatic, apocalyptic Jewish missionaries, working to prepare their world for the impending realization of God's promises to Israel, end up inaugurating a movement that would grow into the gentile church? Committed to Jesus's prophecy--The Kingdom of God is at hand --they were, in their own eyes, history's last generation. But in history's eyes, they became the first Christians.

In this electrifying social and intellectual history, Paula Fredriksen answers this question by reconstructing the life of the earliest Jerusalem community. As her account arcs from this group's hopeful celebration of Passover with Jesus, through their bitter controversies that fragmented the movement's midcentury missions, to the city's fiery end in the Roman destruction of Jerusalem, she brings this vibrant apostolic community to life. Fredriksen offers a vivid portrait both of this temple-centered messianic movement and of the bedrock convictions that animated and sustained it.

This volume of the New Documents Illustrating Early Christianity series introduces scholars and students to the historical, political, civic, religious, cultural, and social context of Ephesian inscriptional evidence. Each of the twenty-five entries includes the original inscription, translation, and a commentary that sheds light on early Christianity.

Have you ever wondered about the gods and religion of ancient Canaan?

Do you want to know more about its religion and mythology?

This book explores the history and beliefs of the Canaanites from their earliest recorded beginnings through to their absorption into the larger ancient Near Eastern religious and cultural traditions. In this easy-to-read and comprehensive guide, you will learn about the gods and goddesses of Canaanite mythology, as well as the religious beliefs and practices of the people.

In this book, you will:

- Discover the history of Canaanite religion and their relationship to other Near Eastern cultures

- Explore the gods, goddesses, and heroes of Canaanite mythology

- Learn about the cosmology, or view of the heavens, of ancient Canaanites

- Gain insight into their religious beliefs and practices, including festivals and offerings

- Better understand this fascinating, less-known culture.

This is an essential guide for anyone interested in the religion and mythology of ancient Canaan. While this book is not intended to be a comprehensive academic text, it is an informative and entertaining introduction that brings the gods and mythology of the Canaanites to life.

Whether you're a student of history, mythology, or religion, this book is sure to provide an enlightening and enjoyable exploration of the beliefs and culture of the ancient Canaanites. Don't wait! Click on the Add to Cart button now and start your journey into Canaanite mythology today!

Prepare to Seek the Runes...

This book covers the runes of the Elder Futhark, the oldest of the complete runic alphabets. Drawing on over 30 years of practice and study, the runes are laid out with meanings, connections, and keywords to help you find the significance of the symbols in your life.

Inside, you'll find a brief history of the runes, simple spreads you can use to kickstart your divination practice, an introduction to Odin's eye, the three ancient rune poems, and a modern rune poem written by the author.

Rev. Michael J Dangler is a Senior Priest in Ár nDraíocht Féin: A Druid Fellowship (ADF), a Grove Priest of Three Cranes Grove, ADF, in Columbus, Ohio, and a co-owner of The Magical Druid.

This open access book is the first in a groundbreaking series making Babylonian literature accessible. It presents Enuma Elish in transcription and translation, with an introduction for non-specialist readers and essays from leading scholars in the field.

Acting as a companion to the poem, the book provides readers with the tools they need to explore Enuma Elish in greater depth. Essays cover important historical and contextual information, offer discussions of key topics and explanations of technical terms, as well as suggestions of relevant further reading. The book's interpretive and reflective approach, which pays special attention to questions of poetic style, intertextual resonance, and literary and cultural significance, encourages a greater understanding of the poem as a work of literature while remaining grounded in philology.

The critical essays examine Enuma Elish and the following themes: the poem's rhythm and style; its modern receptions, issues of gender, motherhood and masculinity; Marduk's rise to power; Babylonian astronomy; intertextuality and the poem as counter myth.

Enuma Elish and the Library of Babylonian Literature series will be an indispensable companion for anyone interested in the literature, culture and religion of ancient Assyria.

The ebook editions of this book are available open access under a CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 licence on bloomsburycollections.com. Open access was funded by LMU Munich and Princeton University.

The Fourth Edition of the Heathen Handbook is a combination of the most important elements of the ancestral folkways of Northern Europe. Regardless of whether it is called Asatru, Odinism, Troth, Forn Sed, or simply Heathenry, the ancient faith of the northlands is based on heritage, kinship, honor, love of the earth, and the belief that we forge our own destiny. Because Heathenry is holistic and touches every aspect of our lives, there is a need for single book that addresses the wide range of subjects that a Heathen needs to know. The Heathen Handbook covers our basic beliefs, history, worldview, ethics, mythology, symbolism, the runes, ritual, and practical ideas about what we can do as individuals and as a community to further our way. There are equal measures of scholarship, practicality, reliance upon tradition, and applications that fit the modern world. The Heathens of Woden's Folk Kindred took information from over a hundred sources as well as many years of living Heathenry to create an effective resource for anyone trying to navigate the tricky path of reconnecting with the ways of our ancestors.In an age of increasing social alienation and cultural decay, Heathenry offers a saner, more fulfilling way to live, and the Heathen Handbook offers a guide to help both novices and experienced Heathens seeking to embrace that life. This latest edition of the Heathen Handbook contains expanded and revised sections on rituals, as well as much needed corrections and a section addressing women in our faith. This section on women in Heathenry seeks to help bring our faith back into balance with a presentation of influential heathen women from the lore, and a look at the essential and differing roles that women play within our faith.