The dawn of astronomy: A study of the temple-worship and mythology of the ancient Egyptians

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Step back in time with Sir Norman Lockyer's definitive study of the ancient Egyptian worldview. Lockyer, a distinguished astronomer and historian, reconstructs how the Egyptians fused celestial observation with religious devotion. The book traces the evolution of temple worship and mythology, revealing how Egyptian priests were among the earliest astronomers in human history.\n\nExplore the sacred geometry of Egyptian temples, the symbolic meaning behind their funerary rites, and the mythological narratives that shaped Egyptian society for millennia. Lockyer's prose is both accessible and rigorous, making complex archaeological and astronomical concepts clear for the general reader. This is essential reading for students of Egyptology, astronomy, and ancient religious history alike.