A Game of Thrones and Coffins: The Death and Resurrection of Osiris
by Robert Ritner
Professor of Egyptology
This particular topic if one of great significance in the Western world. Robert Ritner discusses the primary Egyptian myth that defines many aspects of the ancient Egyptian civilization: the myth of Isis and Osiris, both of whom sit upon thrones and both of whose names are written with the hieroglyph for the throne. This game of thrones begins when Seth schemes to murder his brother Osiris as he coveted the throne of Egypt.
This audio recording was originally presented as an illustrated lecture. The video of this lecture is available on the OI YouTube channel: youtu.be/NWHOIW0ih3Q
This lecture was given to accompany the Osiris and Isis Ballet Performance, which can be viewed on YouTube at the following link:
https://youtu.be/XdyAwmXIy30
This program has been generously funded by University of Chicago Arts Council.
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