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A mummy is a dead human or an animal whose soft tissues and organs have been preserved by either intentional or accidental exposure to chemicals, extreme cold, very low humidity, or lack of air, so that the recovered body does not decay further if kept in cool and dry conditions.
Learn about the ancient Egyptian mummification process and the culture behind it. Explore the history, methods, and significance of mummies and their tombs.
Learn about the origins, practices and uses of mummies across cultures and time. Discover how mummies became popular in medicine, folklore and movies, from ancient Egypt to modern horror.
May 29, 2024 · Learn about the ancient Egyptian practice of mummification and other cultures that preserved their dead. Find out how mummies were made, why they were important, and what they reveal about the past.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Feb 14, 2017 · Learn how the ancient Egyptians preserved their dead with rituals, spells, and embalming techniques. Discover the myth of Osiris, the cult of the dead, and the different parts of the soul in this article.
- Joshua J. Mark
Mar 9, 2021 · Learn how the ancient Egyptians preserved their dead bodies for the afterlife with a 70-day procedure involving removal of organs, natron, linen and gum. Explore the different methods and social classes of mummification and the cultural significance of this practice.
This gallery explores death and the afterlife, something which held particular significance and meaning for the ancient Egyptians. Mummification, magic and ritual are investigated through the objects on display here.
