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Momiology (MUMMIFICATION) Part 2 with Salima Ikram & Kara Cooney

Ologies with Alie Ward

CHAPTER

The Enigmatic Mummification of Ancient Egypt

This chapter explores the rich practices of animal mummification in ancient Egypt, categorizing mummies into those prepared as food, beloved pets, and sacred creatures. It highlights the intertwined nature of religious beliefs, economic factors, and the afterlife's significance within Egyptian culture, while discussing the differing roles of animals like cats and the ritual of human sacrifice. The conversation also contrasts Egyptian and Mesopotamian burial customs, revealing how these practices reflect broader cultural ideologies and the reverence for the afterlife.

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