Mummies In Ancient Egypt
The Mummies of Ancient Egypt
The historical place of Ancient Egypt contains mummies with many secrets and treasures. The ancient tombs of mummies are important pieces of history that still live today. These mummies are interesting parts of history because of the steps it took to mummify a person, the way the tomb was prepared for the afterlife, and why the Egyptians mummified people.
One of the biggest parts to mummification was the steps it took to mummify a person. There were many complex steps in the mummification process. One of the first steps of the mummification process was to cut a long line into the left side of the torso with a knife. This was done to remove the liver and lungs. The next step the Egyptians took to prepare a body …show more content…
Spells to prevent dangers in the afterlife were engraved on the outside walls of tombs. There were also many treasures that the Egyptians were buried with. Although richer Egyptians had many layers to their tombs that were lavishly decorated, the wealthier residents were still buried with the same essential treasures the mummies would need for the afterlife. In the tomb, the priests and workers meticulously placed carved statues of the dead Egyptian and their servants. These statues would help the spirit in its journey with its descent into the underworld. Bodies were also buried with a map of the underworld to guide them along their trip. Along with these treasures were simple everyday items that the dead would need in the afterlife such as food, clothing, jewelry, furniture, weapons and tools that were essential to the mummies’ life. On the insides of tombs were decorations of gods in the underworld, colorful hieroglyphics, and spells that would enchant the mummy to help them reach the Kingdom of Osiris. The paintings on the insides of Egyptian tombs were magic, therefore they could supply the needs of the spirit throughout eternity. Even after the cherished Egyptian dies, the family still brings gifts and food so the mummy doesn't starve. As long as people still speak the mummies’ name and remember them, they will enjoy everlasting life in the underworld. The way that Egyptians prepared the tomb was a significant part of the mummification
The historical place of Ancient Egypt contains mummies with many secrets and treasures. The ancient tombs of mummies are important pieces of history that still live today. These mummies are interesting parts of history because of the steps it took to mummify a person, the way the tomb was prepared for the afterlife, and why the Egyptians mummified people.
One of the biggest parts to mummification was the steps it took to mummify a person. There were many complex steps in the mummification process. One of the first steps of the mummification process was to cut a long line into the left side of the torso with a knife. This was done to remove the liver and lungs. The next step the Egyptians took to prepare a body …show more content…
Spells to prevent dangers in the afterlife were engraved on the outside walls of tombs. There were also many treasures that the Egyptians were buried with. Although richer Egyptians had many layers to their tombs that were lavishly decorated, the wealthier residents were still buried with the same essential treasures the mummies would need for the afterlife. In the tomb, the priests and workers meticulously placed carved statues of the dead Egyptian and their servants. These statues would help the spirit in its journey with its descent into the underworld. Bodies were also buried with a map of the underworld to guide them along their trip. Along with these treasures were simple everyday items that the dead would need in the afterlife such as food, clothing, jewelry, furniture, weapons and tools that were essential to the mummies’ life. On the insides of tombs were decorations of gods in the underworld, colorful hieroglyphics, and spells that would enchant the mummy to help them reach the Kingdom of Osiris. The paintings on the insides of Egyptian tombs were magic, therefore they could supply the needs of the spirit throughout eternity. Even after the cherished Egyptian dies, the family still brings gifts and food so the mummy doesn't starve. As long as people still speak the mummies’ name and remember them, they will enjoy everlasting life in the underworld. The way that Egyptians prepared the tomb was a significant part of the mummification