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Lifting the Veil of Mystery of Ancient Egypt

Ancient Egypt represents one of those mysterious civilizations that, in their time, existed along the Nile River and survived for more than three millennia. Additionally, it is famous for its incredible achievements in art, building, and control. Certainly, Ancient Egypt has been some kind of hypnotic spell from scholars’ and enthusiasts’ points of view. Further, this section will elaborate on the basic features of Ancient Egyptian civilization: history, society, religion, and a few wonders it gave to humanity.

The Timeline of Ancient Egypt

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It is conventional to divide Ancient Egypt into several periods: Prehistoric Era, Early Dynastic Period, Old Kingdom, Middle Kingdom, New Kingdom, and Late Period.

  1. Prehistoric Era (c. 4500-3100 BCE)
  2. Early Dynastic Period (c. 3100–2686 BCE)
  3. Old Kingdom, about 2686-2181 BCE
  4. The Middle Kingdom (2055-1650 BCE)
  5. New Kingdom [c. 1550-1070 BCE]
  6. Late Period [c. 664–332 BCE]

Society and Culture

Ancient Egyptian society was thoroughly hierarchical, divided into classes that defined their place in society. Firstly, within this social pyramid came the pharaoh; Secondly, the class of the nobility, priests, and government officials. Thirdly, the largest part of the population comprised farmers, laborers, and artisans.

Writing and Education: The invention of hieroglyphics was an elaborate system that contained elements of logographic and alphabetic writing. Thus, the educated scribes who could use that complex form of writing played a vital role in administration and record-keeping.

Art and Architecture: The Ancient Egyptians are one of the most impressive artistic civilizations; from intricately carved statues to wall paintings, from grand temples to tombs. Their artworks strongly connected religious beliefs, thus, depicting scenes of daily life, mythology, and the afterlife.

Religion and Beliefs

Ancient Egyptian Religion

Religion dominated the pattern of life in Ancient Egypt. The Egyptians were monotheistic, developing numerous deities that personified the features of one great god, nature, and society. Some major deities include:

  • Ra: The sun god was a symbol of creation.
  • Osiris: The god of the afterlife and resurrection.
  • Isis: She was the goddess of motherhood and magic.
  • Horus: He was the god of the sky and the protector of the pharaoh.

The afterlife was the central belief in Egyptian civilization. So, to protect the body for its journey into the afterlife, the ancient Egyptians paid too much effort and detailed attention to elaborate burials, which entailed mummification. Therefore, this is further evident in the building of monumental tombs, for example, the Valley of the Kings.

Legacy to Humanity

helicopter hieroglyphs at Abydos

There were many contributions to human civilization from Ancient Egypt that continued even up to the present:

Mathematics and Engineering:

The higher concept of mathematics and the engineering technique developed by the Egyptians helped them construct the monumental structure of pyramids.

Medicine:

Ancient Egyptians practiced medicines, which were partly based on practical knowledge but at the same time included spiritual beliefs. Furthermore, they developed surgical techniques and documented medical practices on papyrus scrolls.

Astronomy:

They learned the positions of stars and were even able to devise a calendar based upon the cycles of both the moon and the sun, a necessary task for agricultural planning and the planning of religious festivals.

Art and literature:

Certainly, Ancient Egypt’s great literary achievement is religious texts, poems, and stories, which have given quite a bit of valuable insight into their society and worldview.

Ancient Egypt is a spectacular wonder and a testament to human ingenuity and creativity. The great civilization, full of mystery and intricate society with deep religious convictions, set a mark on the world that will last forever. As we continue to unravel the secrets of this great civilization, so, too, do we build upon the comprehension of our past and an appreciation for the enduring legacy that Ancient Egypt had in shaping human culture and civilization.

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