Selected Temple Documents Of The Ur Dynasty (1919)

Selected Temple Documents Of The Ur Dynasty is a historical book written by Clarence Elwood Keiser in 1919. The book contains a collection of ancient documents that were discovered in the city of Ur, which was a major Sumerian city-state in Mesopotamia. These documents were written during the Ur Dynasty, which was a period of Sumerian history that lasted from around 2112 BC to 2004 BC.The documents included in this book were found in the temple archives of the city and provide valuable insights into the religious and economic practices of the time. They also shed light on the social and political structures of the Ur Dynasty.The book is divided into four sections, each containing a different type of document. The first section includes hymns and prayers that were recited in the temple. The second section contains legal documents, such as contracts and deeds, which were used in the temple's economic activities. The third section features administrative documents, such as letters and reports, which provide insight into the management of the temple. The fourth section includes miscellaneous documents, such as lists of offerings and sacrifices.Keiser provides a detailed introduction to the book, which includes information about the history of the Ur Dynasty and the discovery of the documents. He also provides translations of each document, along with notes and commentary that help to explain their meaning and significance.Overall, Selected Temple Documents Of The Ur Dynasty is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of ancient Mesopotamia. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the religious, economic, and social practices of one of the most important city-states of the time.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.