Stephen Herbert Langdon fut un assyriologue britannique d'origine américaine, dont le travail se concentra sur une compréhension approfondie des anciennes cultures mésopotamiennes. Ses recherches ont révélé les complexités de l'écriture cunéiforme et les pratiques religieuses de civilisations disparues. La principale contribution de Langdon fut de rendre ces textes et idées anciens accessibles à un public plus large. Son approche savante se caractérisa par la précision et la profondeur académique, faisant progresser significativement l'étude de l'ancien Proche-Orient.
This book is a translation of a chapter from one of the Babylonian books of private devotion. It offers insight into the spiritual life of the ancient Babylonians and their religious practices. The text provides a window into the personal devotions of the Babylonians, revealing their beliefs, hopes, and fears.
A collection of lectures on the ancient civilizations of Babylonia and Palestine, exploring culture, religion, and politics in these regions. The authors draw on archaeological and historical research to provide insights into these fascinating cultures, which have influenced the modern world in myriad ways.
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