Almost everyone at the mention of ancient Egypt is, of course, primarily of the pyramid.Historical information about the Egyptian pharaonic temples has survived a little.The first of these relate to the period of the Old Kingdom.In general, they are built on a single sample.
There were the so-called sun temples, plans which in its main features were close to homes since the Middle and New Kingdom.It was natural, because they were considered the dwellings of God.
General
People serving these temples belonged to a special class in Egyptian society.For example, during the time of Ramses they owned ten percent of cultivated land, and almost the same number of people.Ancient Egypt, the priests which were considered to be the king's service did not have offices in the secular and ecclesiastical authorities.Positions quite well paid.Soon the ancient Egyptian priests began to transmit their positions hereditary.
ministers of the house
studying this country, experts have come to the conclusion that this class played a major role in the formation and prosperity of the state, in the development of mental health and the preservation of historical and cultural values.Ancient Egypt, the priests which were considered the guardians of the sacred traditions, according to Herodotus, was the most God-fearing and religious in the Ancient World.It used to be that the control of the clergy negative impact on the lives of ordinary people and on the development of statehood.In fact, the priests in ancient Egypt, being the guardians of the sacred traditions, played a huge role in the history and culture of this ancient nation.And this is evidenced by the fact that this civilization lasted longer than all the others.
Who are the priests
In ancient Egypt, it was a special clan.They had a truly great power, is the legislator etiquette.Moreover, ancient Egypt, the priests which were considered interpreters of the divine will, living by their rules.And it was not just ordinary people.To their opinion listened to unconditionally even the pharaohs.
Features
Egyptian temples were rich enough, even more than the rulers.Nevertheless the priests of ancient Egypt, photos of rock art which - proof, dressed surprisingly simple.They were only aprons and loincloths.In an especially solemn occasions the priests depicted in white robes.In many films, telling about how existed and developed ancient Egypt, the priests presented with shaved heads to shine, so rubbed oil on their skulls to reflected sunlight.This appearance of ministers of the house contrasted sharply with the garments of the local nobility, eager for luxury.
role
Nevertheless, many people still have no idea who the priests in ancient Egypt.This is a special caste of the higher powers of ministers, who performed many of the functions in the country.They were supposed to monitor the respect for the Egyptian gods, as well as the observance of rituals and ceremonies.
But their role in the country is not limited.That is what the Egyptian priests had the knowledge, still amazes many historians and other scholars.They were the bearers of the most versatile of mental baggage that was passed from generation to generation since the days of antiquity.Their knowledge and experience were preserved as a closely guarded secret.
Today scientists make numerous discoveries by studying Ancient Egypt.Priests were able not only to heal, they taught children the best breed of cattle breeding, received new varieties of plants.They were even credited with the ability to correct human mores.These are the servants of the gods choose the most favorable for planting or harvest time, they determined the exact dates of the Nile flood.
Furthermore, in compiling its forecasts, the ancient Greek priests used the data from the temple library, which kept very detailed observations of many astronomical phenomena.This is evidenced by the many artifacts found during excavations.
Knowledge
study of ancient Egypt involved many experts.But nobody can say that he knows this civilization to the end, and, in particular, has a relatively complete picture of her this supreme caste.
question of what knowledge possessed Egyptian priests, is still open.But one thing is clear: the vast majority of scientists do not deny the version that humanity today is in their openness, their technologies.
In ancient Egypt was highly developed astronomy, which is closely intersected with astrology.However, it was not "proritsatelskoy" and agricultural and medical.Priests studied the influence of the stars and other celestial bodies to nature and well-being of people.
But there is another opinion: the acquisition of the most intimate knowledge of our civilization owes to representatives of extraterrestrial civilizations.And this statement is linked with the state as ancient Egypt, priests whose whole way of life of their people and their religious rituals vymeryat in accordance with the laws, which moved the star Sirius.
Surprisingly, it was the name, and the chief god of the Egyptians.Osiris ... This name clearly hear the admiration and reverence for Sirius.
Responsibilities
priests, as many believe, were not intended to suppress the will of the Egyptian religion.They are not intimidated by her simple people.Furthermore, religion is for this civilization is the key to social development and personal improvement.
In ancient Egypt, the priests were divided into separate groups to perform certain duties.They were the guardians of the sacred mysteries of how and religious administrators.For even the lowest rank had a lot to learn, and this process was a serious and difficult.If, for example, to talk about career Bakenkhonsu, high priest during the reign of Ramses the Great, his training began when the future priest was only four years, and it ended the age of twenty.
Magic
This was considered their most powerful weapon.They used magic in almost all spheres of life.For example, to cure the patient, the Egyptian priest first introduced him in a trance.During the patient's forgetfulness, he coded his consciousness to the desired result: to come early and complete recovery.
magic they used in all areas of life, but in the field of medical and safety are closely related to medicine, culture trance ancient Egyptians reached its maximum development.
Any use of medicines in ancient Egypt, was accompanied by the introduction of a patient in this state, and then encoding performed on incantations and appeals to the most authoritative gods.
Remote impact
Priests perfectly mastered skills through trance hostile affect not only their opponents but also to the enemies of the state.To do this, they used a secret mystical Psychotechnics different spells, such as crafting wax figures of enemies, as well as over their magical images.For remote exposure to themselves required to enter into a trance, to be able to influence the mind and the body of the opponents.
Some experts believe that it is the founder of Egyptian priests of human knowledge about the phenomenon of hypnosis.
Requiem magic
known that these churches priests were engaged primarily in service of worship of the gods.But not only.Priests perfectly mastered the technique of ritual - the funeral - magic as cemeteries and tombs in ancient Egypt was a lot.It is believed that they were able to affect spells mystical secrets and "ka" - existence after death, know how to mummify the dead.The priests placed in sarcophagi near them for the occasion made magical items."Ushabti," as they were called, according to the Egyptians, guarded "ka" of the deceased in the afterlife.
customs and rituals
Many assume that the way they showed their respect to the gods, and turned his back on them ever.Another custom, when the priests of Osiris on the day of the uprising, or on New Year's dressed in costumes and masquerade masks, and then went into the city and walked through the streets, very similar to today's carnivals.The only difference is that they are only taking place at the new moon and is considered particularly sacred rites and modern humans is a common entertainment shou.Tem least the priests most powerful "weapon" was their magic.There was even an entire culture of trance with amulets, potions, images and plots which protect including from various diseases: even insect bites and snakes and scorpions and predators.In addition, among this caste operated special customs that surprised the researchers so far.For example, why the ancient Egyptian priests leaving the church, backed away.
