Ancient Greek Divination – Sarah Iles Johnston

Ancient Greek Divination - Sarah Iles JohnstonThe 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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Ancient Greek Divination - Sarah Iles Johnston

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