Writing in Ancient Egypt
All aspects of economic and social life, from the routine of the mansions to the production of the peasantry, were recorded; this need stimulated the development of writing. While the Sumerians quickly replaced the pictograms with cuneiform characters that formed...Read moreHow did Ginger The mummy die?
Gebelein predynastic mummies The Gebelein predynastic mummies are six naturally mummified bodies, dating to approximately 3400 BC from the Late Predynastic period of Ancient Egypt. They were the first complete predynastic bodies to be discovered. The well-preserved...Read more
The Dendera Light: Myths, Tests, and Truths
The Hathor Temple walls in Dendera have sparked various theories and speculations since their discovery. These walls possess peculiar characteristics that have led to the formulation of diverse hypotheses. What could be the source of such controversy? Enter the...Read more
What’s inside Egyptian Pyramids?
The most popular pyramid by the tourists who know Egypt for the first time is the famous Pyramid of King Khufu or “the Great Pyramid “as they all call it there. Today we will get inside it to describe one of the most important historical monuments in the entire...Read more
Bes: Egyptian God of Marriage and Fertility
God Bes was worshiped in ancient Egypt as the protector of homes, mothers, children, and childbirth. In general, he was considered the defender of homes, performing tasks such as preventing poisonous snakes from entering homes, caring for children and helping women in...Read more
Thoth, Egyptian Scribe God of Wisdom
Meaning of God Thoth The function of the scribes in Ancient Egypt was so important that they had their own god: Thoth. He was the inventor and protector of writing and wisdom that all other gods came to ask for help and good advice. Thoth’s Egyptian name was...Read more
Food in Ancient Egypt
Few articles inform us about the everyday life of the ancient Egyptians. What were their homes like? How did they educate their children? What did they eat? In this article, we will attempt to answer this last question, shedding light on the food habits of ancient...Read more
Temple of Hathor, Goddess of Love
The temple of Hathor was built in the Ptolemaic period and for the Egyptians it represented the east, although in reality the monument is oriented to the north. It is located in the old Dendera, more precisely 70 km north of Luxor. The temple of Hathor was erected in...Read more