Edward Sellon

Broschiertes Buch

Ophiolatreia

Beschreibung

Delve into the ancient world of serpent worship with "Ophiolatreia: An Account of the Rites and Mysteries Connected with the Origin, Rise, and Development of Serpent Worship in Various Parts of the World." This meticulously prepared print edition explores the fascinating history of ophis, or snake worship, a significant element of paganism and ancient religion across diverse cultures. Written anonymously, this historical text provides a detailed exploration of the rites and mysteries associated with serpent veneration. Discover the origins and evolution of these practices, examining their profound influence on various societies throughout history. "Ophiolatreia" offers valuable insights into a captivating and often misunderstood aspect of religious history, providing a comprehensive overview of serpent worship's enduring presence in human culture. A key resource for those interested in religious history, paganism, occultism, and the enduring power of ancient beliefs. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Edward Sellon (1818-1866) was a writer, translator, and illustrator in the 19th century whose work chiefly engaged with themes of erotica, sexual anthropology, and pagan religion. He is perhaps best known for his involvement in the study of sexuality in antiquity, particularly through his book 'Ophiolatreia: An Account of the Rites and Mysteries connected with the Origin, Rise, and Development of Serpent Worship in Various Parts of the World'. Sellon's interests lay in the exploration of sexual practices in different cultures and the veneration of the phallus, which becomes evident in the title 'Ophiolatreia' itself, with 'ophio' being Greek for 'snake' and 'latreia' implying worship or service. His literary style often combined a scholarly approach with a frank fascination in the erotic aspects of his subjects. A controversial figure, Sellon's works were published at a time when Victorian sensibilities dictated public discourse, leading to his enduring reputation as an eccentric and iconoclast in the field of sexual anthropology. Despite the scarcity of comprehensive biographical studies on Sellon, his contributions to the understanding of sexual rites and pagan worship practices have been noted by historians and scholars of comparative religion and erotica (Muchembled, R., Orgasm and the West: A History of Pleasure from the 16th Century to the Present, Polity, 2005; Moore, R., Restoring the Temple of Vision: Cabalistic Freemasonry and Stuart Culture, Brill, 2002).

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 94
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 145g
• ISBN-13: 9781023338509
• ISBN-10: 1023338505
• Artikelnr.: 74111549