The Book of the Dead was given its name by a German Egyptologist ... The title may also give the wrong impression because in Ancient Egyptian references to the compilations, the word “dead ...
Archaeologists excavating a 3,500-year-old cemetery have discovered an ancient Egyptian "Book of the Dead" filled with spells to guide the deceased in the afterlife. The scroll, which was revealed ...
They loved life and wanted it to continue in the afterlife The Book of the Dead contained all the spells, tips and tricks any Ancient Egyptian could need to survive the afterlife. It started as a ...
Joann explains the importance of the afterlife for Ancient Egyptians. She looks at some of the items that would be left in the tomb for use in the afterlife. Through studying the Book of the Dead ...
A new exhibition aims to showcase a different side to ancient Egypt ... The display includes a sheet from the 3,500-year-old Book of the Dead, which was often placed in tombs Dr Criscenzo-Laycock ...