Eleusis: Archetypal Image of Mother and Daughter by Carl Ker?nyi (English) Paper

Description: Eleusis by Carl Kerényi, Ralph Manheim The Sanctuary of Eleusis, near Athens, was the center of a religious cult that endured for nearly two thousand years and whose initiates came from all parts of the civilized world. Looking at the tendency to "see visions," C. The author examines the Mysteries of Eleusis from the standpoint not only of Greek myth but also of human nature. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Sanctuary of Eleusis, near Athens, was the center of a religious cult that endured for nearly two thousand years and whose initiates came from all parts of the civilized world. Looking at the tendency to "see visions," C. Kerenyi examines the Mysteries of Eleusis from the standpoint not only of Greek myth but also of human nature. Kerenyi holds that the yearly autumnal "mysteries" were based on the ancient myth of Demeters search for her ravished daughter Persephone--a search that he equates not only with womans quest for completion but also with every persons pursuit of identity. As he explores what the content of the mysteries may have been for those who experienced them, he draws on the study of archaeology, objects of art, and religious history, and suggests rich parallels from other mythologies. Review "This book is fascinating reading and serves as a meaningful complement to George E. Mylonass magisterial work, Eleusis and the Eleusinian Mysteries."--Library Journal Long Description The Sanctuary of Eleusis, near Athens, was the center of a religious cult that endured for nearly two thousand years and whose initiates came from all parts of the civilized world. Looking at the tendency to "see visions," C. Kerenyi examines the Mysteries of Eleusis from the standpoint not only of Greek myth but also of human nature. Kerenyi holds that the yearly autumnal "mysteries" were based on the ancient myth of Demeters search for her ravished daughter Persephone--a search that he equates not only with womans quest for completion but also with every persons pursuit of identity. As he explores what the content of the mysteries may have been for those who experienced them, he draws on the study of archaeology, objects of art, and religious history, and suggests rich parallels from other mythologies. Review Quote This book is fascinating reading and serves as a meaningful complement to George E. Mylonass magisterial work, Eleusis and the Eleusinian Mysteries. -- Library Journal Details ISBN0691019150 Language English ISBN-10 0691019150 ISBN-13 9780691019154 Media Book Format Paperback Series Number 65-4 Year 1991 Translator Ralph Manheim Imprint Princeton University Press Subtitle Archetypal Image of Mother and Daughter Place of Publication New Jersey Country of Publication United States Birth 1907 Short Title ELEUSIS Death 1992 Publisher Princeton University Press Illustrations black & white illustrations Pages 304 Translated from English DOI 10.1604/9780691019154 UK Release Date 1991-09-01 NZ Release Date 1991-09-01 US Release Date 1991-09-01 Author Ralph Manheim Publication Date 1991-09-01 Alternative 9780691097046 DEWEY 292.13 Audience General AU Release Date 1991-11-10 Series Bollingen Series We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:161696850;

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