{"product_id":"understanding-greek-religion-understanding-the-ancient-world","title":"Understanding Greek Religion (Understanding the Ancient World)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor\u003c\/strong\u003e: Jennifer Larson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdition\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Illustrated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages\u003c\/strong\u003e: 430\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 23-03-2016\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780415688468\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguages\u003c\/strong\u003e: English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnderstanding Greek Religion\u003c\/em\u003e by Jennifer Larson is a groundbreaking study that applies the cognitive science of religion to ancient Greek religious practices. This work explores the core aspects of Greek religion, including anthropomorphic gods, rituals such as animal sacrifice, divination, and afterlife beliefs. Larson takes a fresh perspective by arguing that these religious practices arose naturally from fundamental human cognitive processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this volume, Larson delves into various facets of Greek theology, local pantheons, and religious rituals such as processions, choral dances, and hero worship. She integrates primary sources and case studies, drawing from cult inscriptions in regions like Kyrene, Kos, and Miletos to illustrate her arguments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, the book includes eighteen in-depth essays that combine theoretical discussions with practical examples, making it accessible to both students and scholars. The text is supported by maps, tables, and over twenty images, enhancing the reader’s understanding of the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarson’s work is one of the first to examine Greek religion from a cognitivist perspective, providing valuable insights into how Greek religious beliefs and rituals were transmitted and remembered across generations. This book is an essential resource for anyone studying Greek culture, ancient Mediterranean religions, or the cognitive science of religion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Routledge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49890746663216,"sku":"Sarat_9780415688468","price":3900.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/routledge-book-default-title-understanding-greek-religion-understanding-the-ancient-world-41129949823280.jpg?v=1775963231","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/bn\/products\/understanding-greek-religion-understanding-the-ancient-world","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}