Page Strong | June 30, 2010
The dung beetle, specifically the species Scarabaeus sacra, was seen as a sacred animal to the ancient Egyptians. The scarab, as it is commonly called, could be seen rolling balls of dung along the ground. The ancient Egyptians saw this as mimicking the movement of the sun across the sky. Scarabs would lay their eggs [...]
Page Strong | March 24, 2010
Often seen in the hands of powerful men and gods, the Was-scepter is a symbol for power.
Page Strong | January 27, 2010
Beginning as long ago as the Pre-Dynastic period, jewelry was an important part of an ancient Egyptian’s costume. It was never seen as simply decoration, but as talismans to be worn in honor of the gods and to protect the wearer of the jewelry.
Page Strong | May 27, 2009
Of all the symbols in ancient Egypt, the one that is perhaps the most overlooked is the shen.
Page Strong | May 6, 2009
The djed pillar represented many things to the ancient Egyptians and it was one of the most famous amulets throughout ancient Egyptian history. It was a symbol for strength and perserverance, but what may have led to its intense popularity may have been its association with the god of the afterlife, Osiris.
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