Bandlet of Righteousness: An Ethiopian Book of the Dead

The Bandlet of Righteousness is a book written by E. A. Wallis Budge that explores the Ethiopian Book of the Dead. This ancient text is a collection of prayers, hymns, and rituals that were used by the Ethiopian Orthodox Church to guide the souls of the deceased through their journey into the afterlife. Budge provides a comprehensive overview of the history and significance of the Ethiopian Book of the Dead, including its origins, development, and influence on Ethiopian culture and religion. He also offers a detailed analysis of the text itself, examining its structure, themes, and symbolism. Throughout the book, Budge draws on his extensive knowledge of ancient Egyptian and Ethiopian mythology and religion to shed light on the meaning and significance of the Book of the Dead. He also includes translations of key passages and provides commentary on their significance. Overall, the Bandlet of Righteousness is an essential resource for anyone interested in Ethiopian history, religion, and culture, as well as for scholars of ancient mythology and the history of religion.1929. Luzac's Semitic Text and Translation Series, Volume 19. The Ethiopic text of the Book of the Dead in facsimile from two manuscripts in the British Museum. Contents: Ethiopian magical names of god and their creative powers; description of the manuscript and its contents; title Lefafa Sedek; Lefafa Sedek and the Book of the Dead; contents of the Book of Lefafa Sedek described; translation of the Bandlet of Righteousness. With 67 plates.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.