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Book of the Dead / 34
Scene of the sepulchral chamber : the mummy guarded by Anubis, Isis kneels at the foot and Nephthys at the head - four children of Horus at each corner
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Anubis Chamber Corner Dead Foot Guarded Horus Isis Kneels Mummy Nephthys Sepulchral
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This image showcases Scene 34 from the ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead, a collection of magical texts meant to guide an individual through the afterlife. In this scene, the mummified body is depicted in a sepulchral chamber, guarded by Anubis, the jackal-headed god of mummification and the afterlife, at the left side. Anubis holds the Ankh, the symbol of life, emphasizing the importance of preserving the deceased's life force. At the foot of the mummy, the goddess Isis, the embodiment of motherly love and magic, pays her respects. Isis was believed to protect and nurture the dead, ensuring their transformation into Osiris, the god of the underworld. Nephthys, the sister and consort of Set, is shown at the head of the mummy, symbolizing her role as the goddess of the dead and the protector of mummies. Four children of Horus, the falcon-headed god of the sky, are positioned at each corner of the chamber. These children, named Hapi, Duamutef, Imset, and Qebehsenuf, were believed to protect the mummy from theft, desecration, and the four winds, respectively. Their presence underscores the importance of the community in ensuring the deceased's safe passage to the afterlife. This historical scene, taken from the Theban Necropolis in Egypt, provides a glimpse into the rich and complex religious beliefs of ancient Egyptians. The intricate details of the artwork, the symbolism, and the reverence for the deceased are all testament to the Egyptians' deep connection to their gods and their belief in the continuation of life beyond death.
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