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Budge, E. A. Wallis (Ernest Alfred Wallis), Sir
1857
1934
Budge, Ernest Alfred Thompson Wallis, Sir
Budge, Ernest Alfred Wallis, Sir
Budge, Sir Ernest Alfred Wallis
The Book of the Dead
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman
"The Book of the Dead" by Sir E. A. Wallis Budge is a significant historical and cultural publication likely written in the early 20th century. This work is a compilation of ancient Egyptian funerary texts, consisting of various spells, hymns, and rituals intended to assist the deceased in navigating the afterlife. The book serves as an essential resource in understanding Egyptian beliefs regarding death, resurrection, and the spiritual journey in the afterlife. The content of "The Book of the Dead" delves into the intricate beliefs surrounding funerary practices in ancient Egypt, including the preservation of the body and the importance of proper burial rituals. The texts provide a roadmap for the dead, featuring spells and incantations meant to protect against malevolent entities and to ensure safe passage to the afterlife, particularly in the realm governed by Osiris, the god of the dead. It emphasizes the judgment of the deceased, where their heart is weighed against a feather symbolizing truth, determining their fate in the afterlife. Overall, the book illuminates the rich tapestry of ancient Egyptian spirituality and the profound significance placed on the journey after death. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 73.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Egypt -- Religion
Death
Future life
Book of the dead
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Text
Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
Category: History - Ancient
Category: Religion/Spirituality
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