Title | : | The Kebra Negast |
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Author | : | E. A. Wallis Budge |
Release | : | 2023-08-29 |
Kind | : | ebook |
Genre | : | Religion & Spirituality, Books, History, African History, Christianity |
Size | : | 9390702 |
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. |