Fascinating book explores the underlying concept of the changeless as the basis of Egyptian religion; and how it unifies what scholars had believed to be an unrelated jungle of weird myths; doctrines; and practices generated by local cults. Relation of the idea of the changeless to moral and political philosophy; Egyptian government and society; literature and art. ". . . one of the finest elucidations of these materials that we have anywhere." — American Historical Review. Chronological Table. Index. Preface. 32 halftones.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. I can only speak to this as a justice minded Christian who wants to learn about Islam and recommend it to all who may be in theBy P. HawkinsI'm still reading it and have a lot to learn! Dr. Safi is a gently; loving man and this comes through in his writing. He doesn't sugar coat the negative but also doesn't let the (particularly non-Muslim) reader take a stand of superiority thinking that their faith tradition is without the same negativity. And he brings the beauty out in such rich and loving ways. I can only speak to this as a justice minded Christian who wants to learn about Islam and recommend it to all who may be in the same position.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Recommended reading in today's complicated worldBy Bryan P. BohnVery helpful in understanding Islam and the many disparate Muslim countries across Arabia; Africa; Europe and; yes; in the US. It also provided me a better understanding of myself and those I live and work with. Thanks to the author for taking the time to put this book forth.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. This is a serious look at Muslims and what Muhammad ...By mark h. johnsonThis is a serious look at Muslims and what Muhammad really wrote and what he wanted to achieve. Well written; and a must to understand that most muslims are a positive influence in the world. don't judge them by the criminals who are using that faith for their own purposes. They are not muslims by his standards
