Egyptology, Orientalism, and ancient religion
Egyptian Magic
Intermediatecomplete
A comprehensive analysis of the ancient Egyptian concept of magic (Heka) and its practical application in daily life and death. Budge explores the use of amulets, spells, names of power, and magical figures, demonstrating how magic was inextricably linked to Egyptian religion. The book covers both protective magic for the living and the complex funerary rituals intended to guide the soul through the underworld.
Also known asBudge's Egyptian Magic · Ancient Egyptian Spells
This edition1899
EditionKegan Paul, Trench, Trübner & Co., London
funerary ritualsritual invocationTheurgy (Egyptian)Ancient EgyptianAmulets and charmstalisman creationNames of powerClassical scholarshipconsecration ritualsesoteric symbolism
Contents7 chapters
- 01Contents
- 02Chapter I: Antiquity of Magical Practices
- 03Chapter II: Magical Stones or Amulets
- 04Chapter III: Magical Figures
- 05Chapter IV: Magical Names
- 06Chapter V: Magical Ceremonies
- 07Chapter VI: Demoniacal Possession
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