{ "item_title" : "Greek Divination A Study of its Methods and Principles", "item_author" : [" W. R. Halliday "], "item_description" : "Greek Divination: A Study of its Methods and Principles is a book written by W. R. Halliday that explores the ancient Greek practice of divination. The book is a comprehensive study of the various methods and principles of divination used by the Greeks, including the interpretation of dreams, the use of oracles, and the reading of omens. Halliday provides a detailed analysis of the different techniques used by the Greeks to predict the future, and examines the role of divination in Greek society and religion. The book also explores the historical and cultural context in which these practices developed, and the ways in which they were influenced by other cultures and belief systems. Overall, Greek Divination is an insightful and informative study of an important aspect of ancient Greek culture and religion.1913. An investigation of Greek divinations rituals. Contents: Introductory comments; Magic; Ritual; Divination and magic - the acceptance of omens; Manteis; The Ordeal; Divination at sacred stones; Lekanomancy; Omens and sub-rites; Kleromancy; Necromancy; Augury; Conclusion, appendix, bibliographical index, and general index.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.", "item_img_path" : "https://covers2.booksamillion.com/covers/bam/1/16/976/638/1169766382_b.jpg", "price_data" : { "retail_price" : "47.95", "online_price" : "47.95", "our_price" : "47.95", "club_price" : "47.95", "savings_pct" : "0", "savings_amt" : "0.00", "club_savings_pct" : "0", "club_savings_amt" : "0.00", "discount_pct" : "10", "store_price" : "" } }

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