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Overview
The text's primary purpose is to establish the legitimacy of the Ethiopian monarchy by claiming a divine connection to King Solomon and the Ark of the Covenant, which is said to be housed in Ethiopia.Synopsis
The Kebra Nagast or Glory of Kings is a 14th century Ge'ez language collection of legendary cycles. The text's primary purpose is to establish the legitimacy of the Ethiopian monarchy by claiming a divine connection to King Solomon and the Ark of the Covenant, which is said to be housed in Ethiopia. The Kebra Nagast is a significant cultural and religious document in Ethiopia and has played a crucial role in shaping the country's national identity. With its unique blend of Jewish, Christian and indigenous belief, it has also had a profound impact on Ethiopian Christianity and religions of the African Diaspora, like Rastafarianism.Book Details
Published
August 29, 2023
Publisher
Echo Point+ORM
Pages
430
ISBN
9781648373831