Réville, Albert 1826-1906 creator Wicksteed, Philip H. (Philip Henry) 1844-1927 text utu 2010 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Lectures on the Origin and Growth of Religion as Illustrated by the Native Religions of Mexico and Peru" by Albert Réville is a scholarly work written in the late 19th century. This collection of lectures, delivered at Oxford and London, delves into the historical development of religion through the examination of the native religions of Mexico and Peru, highlighting their significance and influences on modern religious thought. At the start of the lectures, Réville sets the stage by discussing the importance of understanding the historical context of religion, emphasizing that the evolution of religious beliefs is a continuous process deeply rooted in human nature. He introduces the audience to the fascinating and complex religious landscape of pre-Columbian America, describing the civilizations of the Mexicans and Peruvians, their gods, religious practices, and the impacts of European colonization. The opening establishes the framework for a deeper exploration of specific deities, rituals, and religious systems that shaped the spiritual lives of these indigenous peoples, inviting readers to consider broader themes of spirituality and human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2010-12-31 Produced by Julia Miller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from scans of public domain material produced by Microsoft for their Live Search Books site.) Original publication data not identified Indian mythology -- Mexico Indian mythology -- Peru BL Original publication data not identified 17021167 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34804 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34804 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133808.0 34804