Hymns To Osiris - Paperback

Hymns to Osiris is a book written by E.A. Wallis Budge, an Egyptologist and philologist. The book is a collection of ancient Egyptian hymns and prayers dedicated to Osiris, the god of the afterlife, death, and resurrection. The hymns were originally written in hieroglyphs and were translated into English by Budge. The book contains a detailed introduction to the history and mythology of Osiris, explaining his role in ancient Egyptian religion and his various epithets. It also includes a description of the ancient Egyptian funeral rites and the importance of Osiris in the afterlife. The hymns themselves are presented in both the original hieroglyphic text and in English translation. They cover a wide range of topics, including the praise of Osiris, his resurrection, and the rituals associated with his worship. Overall, Hymns to Osiris is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian religion and mythology, providing insight into the beliefs and practices of this fascinating culture.THIS 90 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Gods of the Egyptians Part 2, by E. A. Wallis Budge. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766129888.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.