Christian mummification

By Ken Jeremiah

Subjects: Mummies, Death, religious aspects, Death, Italy, social life and customs, Religious life and customs, Funeral rites and ceremonies, Catholic Church, Ancient Funeral rites and ceremonies

Description: "This study explores the history of Roman Catholic mummification. It explores various types of mummies, the connections between the Catholic Church and Egyptian religious practices, the treatment of the dead by other faiths, and the veritable cult that has arisen in Italy surrounding the saints whose bodies are preserved"--Provided by publisher.