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Greg Jenner and Campbell Price delve into the curious and fascinating world of ancient Egyptian mummification
History Extra podcast
The Significance of Linen in Ancient Egyptian Mummification
This chapter delves into the importance of linen in ancient Egyptian mummification rituals, emphasizing its associations with purity and divinity. It explores the use of linen in wrapping mummies and the discovery of a valuable tunic on an adolescent mummy. Additionally, it discusses the removal of organs during mummification and the historical context of surgeons unwrapping mummies for research.
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