Egyptian History: Insights into the Egyptian Judgment Scene
In Egyptian mythology, it was believed that after death, a person's soul would undergo a series of trials and judgments before reaching the afterlife. Here's an overview of the judgment scene known as the "Weighing of the Heart"...
Egyptian Experience: Walking through Khan el Khalili Marketplace
Khan el Khalili is a famous marketplace located in the heart of Cairo, Egypt. It has a rich history dating back to the 14th century when it was established as a major hub for trade during the Mamluk...
Egyptian Travel: The Tomb of Nefertari
The Tomb of Nefertari, also known as the "Tomb of Queen Nefertari," is one of the most exquisite and well-preserved tombs in the Valley of the Queens, located near Luxor, Egypt. Nefertari was the principal wife of Pharaoh...
Egyptian Deity: Babi the baboon guardian of the underworld
In Egyptian mythology, Babi is a deity associated with baboons and characterized as a fierce and primal god. Babi is often depicted as a baboon or as a human figure with the head of a baboon. One of...
Egyptian Artifact: The Narmer Palette
The Narmer Palette is an ancient Egyptian artifact dating back to the Early Dynastic Period, around 3100 BCE. The palette is now on display in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. When we saw it in person, we were...
Egyptian Exhibits: The Museo Egizio - The Egyptian Museum in Torino
On a recent trip to Egypt, I had a long lay-over in northern Italy and visited the Egyptian Museum in Torino (Museo Egizio). It was a delightfully surprising collection. I have heard about the museum for many years, but little...
Egyptian Deity: Sobek the crocodile god of the Nile River
Sobek is an ancient Egyptian deity who was associated with the Nile River and its crocodiles. He was worshiped as a powerful god of fertility, protection, and military power. As a god of fertility, Sobek was believed to...
