JOURNAL ARTICLE

Fundamental Texts of Latopolitan Theology The Bandeau Inscriptions from the Soubassements of the Ptolemaic Façade (Esna II, 16 and 30).

  • Published In: Studien zur Altägyptischen Kultur (SAK), 2023, v. 52. P. 53 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Pichel, Abraham I. Fernández; Klotz, David 3 of 3

Abstract

New text edition with translation and detailed commentary of the lower bandeau inscriptions from the Ptolemaic façade of Esna Temple (Esna II, nos. 16 and 30). These symmetric hieroglyphic texts list the chief divinities and cult locations of the Latopolite district, highlighting numerous aspects of local theology. Multiple sportive writings and mythological allusions are explained by comparing related inscriptions from throughout the pronaos. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Studien zur Altägyptischen Kultur (SAK). 2023/01, Vol. 52, p53
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0340-2215
  • Accession Number:176113706
  • Copyright Statement:Copyright of Studien zur Altägyptischen Kultur (SAK) is the property of Helmut Buske Verlag Hamburg and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)

Looking to go deeper into this topic? Look for more articles on EBSCOhost.