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Horapollo’s Hieroglyphica

Origins, Impact, and Modern Assessment

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Horapollo’s Hieroglyphica

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Dive into the intriguing world of Horapollo's Hieroglyphica, an ancient treatise that, despite its fundamental misinterpretations, profoundly shaped Western perceptions of ancient Egypt for centuries. While not an accurate guide to decipherment, this enigmatic work became a pivotal text for Renaissance symbolism, influencing art, philosophy, and the birth of emblem books.

Discover how this "error" paradoxically ignited a powerful wave of creativity and thought, impacting figures from Dürer to Neoplatonic philosophers. Explore the complex journey of a text that, by misunderstanding hieroglyphs, forged a lasting legacy in the intellectual landscape of the Western world. This fascinating study illuminates its origins in late antiquity, its transformative role in the Renaissance, and its continued relevance in understanding our engagement with ancient wisdom.
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