The Kebra Nagast (eBook)

The Queen of Sheba & Her Only Son Menyelek

Anonymous (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
431 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654772912-9 (EAN)

Infos

The Kebra Nagast is a sacred text of Ethiopian Christianity that traces the lineage of the Solomonic dynasty from King Solomon of Israel to the Queen of Sheba and culminates in the establishment of Christianity as the state religion of Ethiopia. This epic literary work combines history, myth, and religious doctrine to create a rich tapestry of Ethiopian identity and faith. Written in Ge'ez, a classical Ethiopian language, the text showcases the unique literary tradition of the region. Anonymous weaves together stories of ancient royalty, biblical figures, and divine intervention to provide a comprehensive account of Ethiopian Christian heritage. The Kebra Nagast stands as a pillar of Ethiopian literature and religious thought, influencing generations of believers and scholars alike. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of history, religion, and culture in Ethiopia and beyond.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 21.11.2023
• Übersetzer: E.A.W. Budge
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Märchen / Sagen
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Religion / Theologie
• Schlagworte: African Mythology • ancient manuscripts • ancient monarchies • Ark of the Covenant • Confessions of a Sheba Queen • Constantine • Cultural epics • Divine covenant • East African folklore • Ecclesiastical discourse • Ethiopian literature • Ethiopian mythology • historical accounts • Ismeni • king solomon • Moses • mythical narratives • Queen Makeda • Queen of Sheba • Rastafarian texts • religious debates • Religious History • Sacred dynasties • Solomon and Sheba • Solomonic dynasty • Solomonic lineage • The Legend of Sheba • The Queen of Sheba • The Queen of Sheba Pearls