MS 717 - Egyptian Mythology

Institution:

Pacifica Graduate Institute

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Description:

The mythology that informs the ancient Egyptian way of life and death is the subject of this course. It explores the principal Egyptian creation myths, gods, goddesses, motifs, symbols temple ritual, pyramid building and mummification. The night sea journey of the sun god Re and that of the deceased Phararoh, and eventually of all deceased Egyptians is studied through Pyramid, Coffin, and mortuary texts, particularly the Amduat. The Isis and Osiris myth receives particular attention, and its reverberations across literature, alchemy, and depth psychology are followed.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pacifica.edu

Phone Number:

(805) 969-3626 ext 101

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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