Beschreibung
This anthology of texts related to Orpheus and Orphism makes accessible evidence of a remarkable mythological and religious phenomenon that has re-emerged in literature, music, and visual arts since the Renaissance. In ancient Greek and Roman mythology, Orpheus is primarily known as the legendary singer who can enchant all living things with his song and who descended into the underworld for his wife Eurydice. Because of this, he was also understood as one who knows the truth about the gods and provides initiation into the mysteries of death. Under Orpheus's name, theological poems were traditionally passed down in antiquity, which represented an alternative to the traditional narratives about the gods, as well as mystery rituals intended to influence the fate of the soul after death.
Information
Author: kolektiv autorů
Publication date: 1. September 2011
Manufacturer: Mervart Pavel Mgr.
Genres: Non-fiction literature, Books, Esotericism and spirituality
Type: Books - paperback
Pages: 236
ISBN/EAN: 9788087378823