The Solar Temple Of Amen-Ra At Karnak - Hardcover

by J. Norman Lockyer (Author)

""The Solar Temple of Amen-Ra at Karnak"" is a book written by J. Norman Lockyer, a British astronomer and archaeologist. The book is a detailed account of the ancient Egyptian temple of Amen-Ra, located in the city of Karnak. The temple was dedicated to the worship of the sun god, Amen-Ra, and was one of the most important religious sites in ancient Egypt. Lockyer's book provides a comprehensive analysis of the temple's architecture, symbolism, and astronomical alignments. He argues that the temple was designed to align with the movements of the sun, and that its layout and decorations were intended to convey complex cosmological ideas. The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs of the temple, as well as detailed descriptions of its various chambers and structures. Lockyer also provides historical background on the temple and its significance in ancient Egyptian religion and culture. Overall, ""The Solar Temple of Amen-Ra at Karnak"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian religion and architecture, as well as the history of astronomy and cosmology.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Dawn of Astronomy, by J. Norman Lockyer. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564591123.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.