Ophiolatreia

an account of the rites and mysteries connected with the origin, rise, and development of serpent worship in various parts of the world ... the whole forming an exposition of one of the phases of phallic, or sex worship.

by Edward Sellon

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19th century
Language: English

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"Ophiolatreia" by Edward Sellon is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the rites and mysteries surrounding the worship of serpents across various cultures, detailing the origins, developments, and connections to phallic worship. The book offers a richly documented examination of serpent worship's prevalence, making it appealing to readers interested in anthropology, religious studies, and cultural history. At the start of "Ophiolatreia," the author introduces serpent worship as a strange and universal phenomenon, discussing the serpent's role as a symbol in mythology and its association with both fear and reverence. The opening section outlines the complex origins of this worship, noting its presence in regions such as Egypt, India, and Europe. Sellon highlights various traditions and historical interpretations, leading to questions about why such a seemingly irrational form of worship became so widespread. The text sets the stage for deeper explorations of specific practices and beliefs in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Consciousness, mysticism, and metaphysics
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Edition	Date	Publisher	Language	ISBN	Access	Links
an account of the rites and mysteries connected with the origin, rise, and development of serpent worship in various parts of the world ... the whole forming an exposition of one of the phases of phallic, or sex worship. Open Library record	1889	Priv. print.	English	—	Public	Open Library (opens in a new tab)
An Account of the Rites and Mysteries Connected with the Origin, Rise, and Development of Serpent Worship in Various Parts of the World Project Gutenberg electronic edition Project Gutenberg metadata does not identify the source print edition.	2012-02-29	Project Gutenberg	English	—	Public domain (USA)	Project Gutenberg (opens in a new tab)