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Ancient Greek Divination

Sarah Iles Johnston

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Geisteswissenschaften, Kunst, Musik / Altertum

Beschreibung

The first English-language survey of ancient Greek divinatory methods, Ancient Greek Divination offers a broad yet detailed treatment of the earliest attempts by ancient Greeks to seek the counsel of the gods. * Offers in-depth discussions of oracles, wandering diviners, do-it-yourself methods of foretelling the future, magical divinatory techniques, and much more * Illustrates how the study of divination illuminates the mentalities of ancient Greek religions and societies

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(Religious Studies Review, June 2010)
"This is a very accessible volume that explores the complicated roles and methods of divination throughout the Greek world. Johnston successfully elucidates the uses, importance, and pliancy of divination in the ancient world using both Greek and Roman sources. She bravely approaches this inherently vague realm and has created a text that is very useful in its breadth and scope."
(Aestimatio: Critical Reviews in the History of Science, June 2010)
"It is, in fact, difficult to find fault with this work."

"A highly readable and engaging work. The complex and fascinating modes through which the Greeks discerned the will of the gods has never been more accessible to a modern audience. Johnston's sweeping yet detailed discussion will surely be of interest to a generously wide readership."

Derek Collins, University of Michigan

"The most comprehensive, accessible treatment of ancient Greek divination available in English. It will be of interest to both specialists and students. Sarah Johnston brings lucid clarity to the shadowy range of ancient technologies by which the Greeks found messages from their gods."

Peter T. Struck, University of Pennsylvania
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Ancient & Classical History, Humanistische Studien, Religion & Theology, Religion, Issues & Current Affairs, Classical Studies, Religionsfragen u. aktuelle Probleme, Antike u. klassische Geschichte, Religion u. Theologie