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Ancient Egyptian Pets: Companions of Gods and HumansIn ancient Egypt, animals were more than pets—they were sacred beings linked to the gods and valuable companions in daily life. Cats, dogs, falcons, monkeys, crocodiles, and cows symbolized divinity, royal power, and household protection.1. Cats: Sacred ProtectorsCats were deeply respected, and killing one was punishable by death. Even in wars,..

The Pharaoh’s Afterlife Journey: The 12 Gates of DuatGate 6: The Swamp of Despair• This swamp is filled with lost souls who try to pull the Pharaoh down.• The Pharaoh must cross the swamp on a sacred boat.• If the Pharaoh committed many sins in life, the boat will sink.➡ Meaning: The choices made in life determine the consequences in the afterlife.Gate 7: The Trial of the Heart • The servant of ..

The Pharaoh’s Afterlife Journey: The 12 Gates of Duat1. What is Duat?Duat is the realm in ancient Egyptian mythology that the dead must pass through to reach the afterlife. The sun god Ra (Ra) travels through this world every night and is reborn in the east at dawn. The deceased pharaoh follows the sun god’s journey, passing through 12 gates, each guarded by gods, monsters, and trials. Only thos..

The Pharaoh's Afterlife : A Journey of Rebirth and the Soul1. Ancient Egyptian Beliefs: The Journey of the SoulIn ancient Egypt, death was not the end but the beginning of a journey. They believed that a soul was made up of five parts:Ka: The life force connected to the body. This is why mummies were preserved—to keep the Ka intact.Ba: The free-moving part of the soul, often shown as a bird, whi..

The Solar Boat of Pharaoh Khufu: The Ancient Secret Hidden Beside the PyramidAncient Egyptian civilization is renowned not only for its grand pyramids and intricate temples but also for its numerous unresolved mysteries. Among them, the Solar Boat of Pharaoh Khufu is not merely an artifact but a vessel imbued with the beliefs, craftsmanship, and rituals of the ancient world. This boat, discovere..

Overview of the Arab Republic of Egypt1. National OverviewThe Arab Republic of Egypt is a country stretching over northeastern Africa and western Asia (Sinai Peninsula). It is advantageously positioned, surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea, with the Suez Canal serving as a vital link between Asia, Africa, and Europe. The capital is Cairo, which is also the largest city and the pol..

Cubit, Nilometer, and Palm: The Measurement Units of Ancient Egypt1. Cubit: A Fundamental Unit of MeasurementIn ancient Egypt, the cubit was a fundamental unit of measurement used in architecture, surveying, and religious rituals. It was generally based on the length from the elbow to the tip of the fingers, measuring approximately 52.3 cm. The ancient Egyptians regarded the human body as a natu..

Workers in the Pharaoh's EgyptIn ancient Egypt, workers participated in large-scale construction projects in exchange for compensation. The workers mobilized for the construction of grand structures, like the pyramids, were mostly farmers who, during the flooding season of the Nile, engaged in construction work instead of farming. At that time, there was no concept of slavery in Egypt, and the i..

Menes (Narmer), The First Pharaoh of Egypt The civilization of Egypt developed along the Nile River, where multiple city-states flourished. Over time, two powerful kingdoms emerged: Upper Egypt and Lower Egypt, which struggled and conflicted with one another. Eventually, a strong city - state, Thinis, located in Upper Egypt, unified the entire region under its rule. Following this, the Thinite r..

Cairo's Citadel and Muhammad Ali Mosque : From Military Fortress to Islamic Architecture Masterpiece Cairo's Citadel and Muhammad Ali Mosque are culturally significant locations in Egyptian history. The Citadel was originally built as a military fortress, and the Muhammad Ali Mosque was eventually built inside it, linking the two structures together. Let's explore their past and importance.  The..