The book traces the origins of mountain worship from ancient civilizations to modern religions, highlighting the social and environmental factors contributing to their sacralization. It explores specific case studies, such as Mount Olympus, Mount Sinai, Mount Fuji, and the Andes Mountains, analyzing how different cultures have interpreted their sacredness.
The narrative progresses across three sections, beginning with the universal human tendency to imbue landscapes with spiritual significance, then delving into specific mountain mythologies, and finally exploring the modern implications of mountain reverence, including tourism and environmental conservation.
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