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Anubis and the Underworld

The Ancients

CHAPTER

Mummification and the Afterlife in Ancient Egypt

This chapter explores the intricate processes of mummification in ancient Egypt, emphasizing the integration of practical methods and religious rituals. It delves into the beliefs surrounding the afterlife, including the weighing of the heart and the significance of the Book of the Dead, while highlighting socio-economic factors that influenced funerary practices. The narrative also examines the dual nature of beliefs associated with life, death, and the cyclical understanding of existence through the lens of ancient Egyptian mythology.

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