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The Origins and Diversity of Axial Age Civilizations

S.N. Eisenstadt

3.6/5 ( ratings)

This book presents a new and original analysis of the great ancient civilizations, focusing on the breakthroughs and their institutionalization in Greece, Israel, China, and India. The conditions under which these civilizations developed are systematically explored. For comparative purposes, the civilization of Assyria, where such a breakthrough did not take place is analyzed.

Attention is given to the transformation of modes of thought and symbolism. Special focus is brought to the development of the great religions and the perception of tension between the transcendental and mundane orders and between rulers and other elites.

Language: English

Pages: 600

Format: Paperback

Publisher: State University of New York Press

Release: September 30, 1986

ISBN: 088706096X

ISBN 13: 9780887060960

The Origins and Diversity of Axial Age Civilizations

S.N. Eisenstadt

3.6/5 ( ratings)

This book presents a new and original analysis of the great ancient civilizations, focusing on the breakthroughs and their institutionalization in Greece, Israel, China, and India. The conditions under which these civilizations developed are systematically explored. For comparative purposes, the civilization of Assyria, where such a breakthrough did not take place is analyzed.

Attention is given to the transformation of modes of thought and symbolism. Special focus is brought to the development of the great religions and the perception of tension between the transcendental and mundane orders and between rulers and other elites.

Language: English

Pages: 600

Format: Paperback

Publisher: State University of New York Press

Release: September 30, 1986

ISBN: 088706096X

ISBN 13: 9780887060960

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