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The Archaeology Gear Store by: Page Strong
January 12, 2010, 15:55
Gear for the Archaeologist! Look for your perfect backpack, the right boots (or left boots, whichever you prefer!), and maybe throw in a compass or pocketknife …
- Backpacks for Archaeologists by: Page Strong
  January 12, 2010, 16:41
  Whether you need a daypack or something grander, here is a choice selection of some of the best backpacks any archaeologist could want.
- Multitools/Pocket Knives by: Page Strong
  January 13, 2010, 15:16
  Always turn to the trusty multitool! A multitool or pocket knife is almost guaranteed to fix anything.
- Clothes for the Archaeologist by: Page Strong
  January 12, 2010, 16:35
  Here you can find replacements for your cargo pants, your shirts, even your hats should you lose yours!
- Water Bottles by: Page Strong
  January 12, 2010, 16:44
  Water is a vital part of life and in the field, an archaeologist constantly needs to stay hydrated. Make that happen with some of these water bottles.
- GPS Units by: Page Strong
  January 13, 2010, 14:05
  Be sure never to get lost! GPS units are indispensable to archaeologists to keep from getting lost and to help locate sites.
- Compasses for Archaeologists by: Page Strong
  January 13, 2010, 13:33
  The most important tool in an archaeologist's backpack is the compass. Try a few of these out for size!
- First Aid/Survival Gear by: Page Strong
  January 27, 2010, 11:28
  Whenever I am out on archaeological survey, I usually have most of this equipment with me. I figure it's better safe than sorry, especially as I am a particular…
The Chocolate Archaeologist by: Page Strong
February 23, 2010, 16:08
More information about the archaeologist behind The Mummy's Wrap.
About the Scribe by: Page Strong
March 20, 2009, 16:49
A little about Page Strong, the archaeologist behind The Mummy's Wrap.
The Scribe's Résumé and CV by: Page Strong
March 2, 2010, 21:42
Page's Résumé
Talk to the Scribe by: Page Strong
October 19, 2009, 20:08
Contact Page Strong, the archaeologist behind The Mummy's Wrap.
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January 14, 2010, 11:35
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January 14, 2010, 11:23
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Amulet (4)
- Ancient Egyptian Clothing Part 7 - Jewelry by: Page Strong
  January 27, 2010, 11:18
  Beginning as long ago as the Pre-Dynastic period, jewelry was an important part of an ancient Egyptian’s costume.
- Shen - The Symbol of Eternity by: Page Strong
  May 27, 2009, 13:05
  Of all the symbols in ancient Egypt, the one that is perhaps the most overlooked is the shen.
- The Djed Pillar - Backbone of Osiris by: Page Strong
  May 6, 2009, 13:21
  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 …
- The Origin and Meaning of the Symbol of the Eye of Horus by: Page Strong
  March 28, 2009, 12:03
  There are many versions of the myth that portrays the battle between Horus and Seth for the roll of king of all Egypt. Despite the many different versions of th…
- Djed (1)
  - The Djed Pillar - Backbone of Osiris by: Page Strong
    May 6, 2009, 13:21
    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 …
- Eye of Horus (1)
  - The Origin and Meaning of the Symbol of the Eye of Horus by: Page Strong
    March 28, 2009, 12:03
    There are many versions of the myth that portrays the battle between Horus and Seth for the roll of king of all Egypt. Despite the many different versions of th…
- Shen (1)
  - Shen - The Symbol of Eternity by: Page Strong
    May 27, 2009, 13:05
    Of all the symbols in ancient Egypt, the one that is perhaps the most overlooked is the shen.
Ancient Egypt (42)
- Ancient Egyptian Love Poems by: Page Strong
  February 10, 2010, 09:33
  A different grouping exists within the Chester Beatty Papyrus collection that is not mentioned very often: a set of romantic poems from Ancient Egypt.
- The Ancient Egyptian Calendar by: Page Strong
  February 3, 2010, 14:34
  Early in the Old Kingdom, or perhaps even in the Pre-Dynastic period, the ancient Egyptians based their calendar off the lunar cycle.
- Ancient Egyptian Clothing Part 7 - Jewelry by: Page Strong
  January 27, 2010, 11:18
  Beginning as long ago as the Pre-Dynastic period, jewelry was an important part of an ancient Egyptian’s costume.
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 6 - Headdresses and Crowns by: Page Strong
  January 20, 2010, 11:37
  Headdresses and crowns were one of the distinguishing characteristics of the ancient Egyptians.
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 4: Hygiene and Cosmetics – Revisited by: Page Strong
  January 13, 2010, 10:04
  A study has recently become popular that researched the medicinal properties of kohl, a black powder used as eyeliner.
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 5- Hair and Wigs by: Page Strong
  January 6, 2010, 09:53
  The quest for cleanliness was especially important in regards to hair. It was quite common for the ancient Egyptians to shave all hair from their bodies in a qu…
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 4- Hygiene and Cosmetics by: Page Strong
  December 30, 2009, 09:56
  Cosmetics were an integral part of a person’s hygiene, as beauty was seen as health. There were a number of different cosmetics used by both men and women.
- I Saw Mummy Kissing Sphinx Claus! by: Page Strong
  December 23, 2009, 10:39
  christmas, sphinx, santa claus
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 3: Footwear by: Page Strong
  December 16, 2009, 10:26
  Footwear in ancient Egypt was relatively simple when compared with the fantastic costumes many Egyptians wore.
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 2: Women's Clothing by: Page Strong
  December 9, 2009, 10:36
  Ancient Egyptian dresses were simple, tight sheaths, beginning at or below the breasts and falling to the ankles.
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 1: Men's Clothing by: Page Strong
  November 25, 2009, 09:49
  The simplest form of clothing is that of the kilt. Far from the Scottish plaid one usually considers upon hearing the word kilt, the Egyptian kilt was a simple…
- Digging in the Nile by: Page Strong
  November 5, 2009, 08:50
  "Ever wondered what ancient histories might be waiting to be discovered underwater, or dreamed about diving in the Nile and looking for treasures? Well, check o…
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 13: Medical Magic by: Page Strong
  September 19, 2009, 18:01
  Spells, incantations, rituals and amulets were all used as part of magical healing.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 12: Gods and Goddesses and Healing in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  September 12, 2009, 18:00
  As medicine and magic were controlled through the temples, certain gods and goddesses were worshiped to aid in the treatments of illnesses and injuries.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 11: Magic in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  September 5, 2009, 17:59
  The medicinal practices of the ancient Egyptians were renowned throughout the ancient world. In the Odyssey, Homer praises the prowess of the Egyptian physicia…
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 10: Leprosy in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  August 29, 2009, 17:58
  Caused by the organism Mycobacterium leprae, leprosy is known as one of the most terrifying diseases of the ancient world.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 9: Ancient Egyptian Water-related Diseases part 2 by: Page Strong
  August 22, 2009, 17:56
  Yet another parasite related to water is the mosquito. Even in ancient Egypt, the mosquito was a pest that caused not only minor irritations, but also disease …
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 8: Ancient Egyptian Water-related Diseases part 1 by: Page Strong
  August 15, 2009, 17:54
  Water is ever present in the Nile River and it’s annual flood and is provided to the Oases through the sandstone aquifer known as the Taref formation.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 7: Lung Diseases in Ancient Egypt part 2 by: Page Strong
  August 8, 2009, 17:53
  While blowing dust can cause people to suffer from lung diseases, miners and quarrymen suffered more as they were exposed to the dust to a greater extent than t…
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 6: Lung Diseases in Ancient Egypt part 1 by: Page Strong
  August 1, 2009, 17:49
  Simply living in Egypt would have exposed people to respiratory problems.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 5: Illnesses in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  July 25, 2009, 17:48
  Illnesses were often recorded only by the very rare tomb paintings and by the medical papyri that have been found that describe what was being treated.
- Do you want to appear on a major new TV show in Egypt with Dr Zahi Hawass? by: Page Strong
  July 24, 2009, 16:22
  ARCHAEOLOGISTS or ANTHROPOLOGISTS WANTED!
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 4: Doctors in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  July 18, 2009, 17:47
  The practice of medicine was highly regulated in ancient Egypt. Should a medical professional mistreat a patient, the penalties were severe.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 3: The Human Body According to the Ancient Egyptians by: Page Strong
  July 11, 2009, 17:45
  There was a wealth of illnesses within the ancient Egyptian culture that can date to at least the Old Kingdom, if not earlier.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 2: The Ecosystems of Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  July 4, 2009, 17:44
  The boundaries of ancient Egypt spanned from the First Cataract of the Nile River in the south to the Delta in the north and from the Red Sea in the east to the…
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 1 by: Page Strong
  June 27, 2009, 17:42
  As fascinating as the life after death aspect of the ancient Egyptian culture is, what often eludes common knowledge is how these people strove to preserve the…
- Introduction to Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices by: Page Strong
  June 20, 2009, 17:39
  Having an acute interest in herbal medicines, I chose to briefly study the medicinal practices of the ancient Egyptians.
- The Beginnings of Understanding Hieroglyphs Part 2 by: Page Strong
  June 5, 2009, 16:54
  It wasn’t until another invader came to Egypt nearly 1300 years after the hieroglyphs’ meanings were forgotten that the clues to unlock their secrets came t…
- The Beginnings of Understanding Hieroglyphs Part 1 by: Page Strong
  May 30, 2009, 16:36
  Those colorful forms dancing across temple and tomb walls echo ancient knowledge to the modern viewer who gazes upon hieroglyphs, only half comprehending the …
- The Controversy of Niankhkhnum and Khnumhotep Part Three by: Page Strong
  May 23, 2009, 13:01
  Family in ancient Egypt was much the same as family in modern Egypt. There were strong bonds between family members, with the head of the household being the f…
- The Controversy of Niankhkhnum and Khnumhotep Part 2 by: Page Strong
  May 20, 2009, 12:58
  A popular theory regarding the joint tomb and its owners is that there existed a homosexual relationship between the two men. Homosexuality in ancient Egypt wa…
- The Controversy of Niankhkhnum and Khnumhotep Part 1 by: Page Strong
  May 16, 2009, 12:50
  To speculate upon the relationship of Niankhkhnum and Khnumhotep, the social structure of ancient Egypt must be confronted. Looking at the family structure wit…
- The Djed Pillar - Backbone of Osiris by: Page Strong
  May 6, 2009, 13:21
  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 …
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step Five - The Opening of the Mouth by: Page Strong
  April 22, 2009, 13:24
  “Awake!...May you be alert as a living one, rejuvenated every day, healthy in millions of occasions of god sleep, while the gods protect you, protection being…
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step Four - Wrapping the Mummy by: Page Strong
  April 18, 2009, 13:21
  The body has been mostly dried and once again cleaned. It is now time to wrap the body in linen. For this chapter on How To Make An Egyptian Mummy, the focus wi…
- How to Make an Egyptian Mummy: Step Three - Drying the Body by: Page Strong
  April 15, 2009, 16:12
  Dr. Brier and Dr. Wade hypothesized that a total of 35 days coated in natron would sufficiently remove the moisture from the body. The doctors left their modern…
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step Two - Removal of Internal Organs by: Page Strong
  April 11, 2009, 16:15
  The body is clean, the incision on the left side of the body has been made and the slitter has been chased from the per-wabet, or the ritual embalming tent. Whi…
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step One - Organizing the Mummification Ritual by: Page Strong
  April 8, 2009, 11:02
  The process of mummification starts with the organizing of the per-wabet, or the ritual embalming tent. The tools of the trade are organized around the body, …
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Introduction by: Page Strong
  April 4, 2009, 12:25
  The ancient Egyptian culture has fascinated the world for many hundreds of years. Even at the peak of the ancient Egyptian civilization, it was considered…
- Anubis: Protector of the Dead and God of Mummification by: Page Strong
  April 1, 2009, 17:11
  Imagine walking through Egypt five thousand years ago. It was not so different then from how it appears now. The Nile River still crept along …
- The Origin and Meaning of the Symbol of the Eye of Horus by: Page Strong
  March 28, 2009, 12:03
  There are many versions of the myth that portrays the battle between Horus and Seth for the roll of king of all Egypt. Despite the many different versions of th…
- Seth: Deity of Good or Evil? by: Page Strong
  March 20, 2009, 20:07
  Commonly considered the god of chaos, and thus an evil god, Seth may be more diverse than that simple definition illustrates. To understand the character of th…
Book of the Dead (2)
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step Five - The Opening of the Mouth by: Page Strong
  April 22, 2009, 13:24
  “Awake!...May you be alert as a living one, rejuvenated every day, healthy in millions of occasions of god sleep, while the gods protect you, protection being…
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step Two - Removal of Internal Organs by: Page Strong
  April 11, 2009, 16:15
  The body is clean, the incision on the left side of the body has been made and the slitter has been chased from the per-wabet, or the ritual embalming tent. Whi…
Deity (6)
- Seshat - Goddess of Scribes by: Page Strong
  April 29, 2009, 13:33
  Seshat is the ancient Egyptian word for “she who scrivens” or “female scribe” and yet, she was an important figure in the ancient Egyptian pantheon desp…
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step One - Organizing the Mummification Ritual by: Page Strong
  April 8, 2009, 11:02
  The process of mummification starts with the organizing of the per-wabet, or the ritual embalming tent. The tools of the trade are organized around the body, …
- Anubis: Protector of the Dead and God of Mummification by: Page Strong
  April 1, 2009, 17:11
  Imagine walking through Egypt five thousand years ago. It was not so different then from how it appears now. The Nile River still crept along …
- The Origin and Meaning of the Symbol of the Eye of Horus by: Page Strong
  March 28, 2009, 12:03
  There are many versions of the myth that portrays the battle between Horus and Seth for the roll of king of all Egypt. Despite the many different versions of th…
- Seth: Deity of Good or Evil? by: Page Strong
  March 20, 2009, 20:07
  Commonly considered the god of chaos, and thus an evil god, Seth may be more diverse than that simple definition illustrates. To understand the character of th…
- Anubis (2)
  - How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step One - Organizing the Mummification Ritual by: Page Strong
    April 8, 2009, 11:02
    The process of mummification starts with the organizing of the per-wabet, or the ritual embalming tent. The tools of the trade are organized around the body, …
  - Anubis: Protector of the Dead and God of Mummification by: Page Strong
    April 1, 2009, 17:11
    Imagine walking through Egypt five thousand years ago. It was not so different then from how it appears now. The Nile River still crept along …
- Horus (1)
  - The Origin and Meaning of the Symbol of the Eye of Horus by: Page Strong
    March 28, 2009, 12:03
    There are many versions of the myth that portrays the battle between Horus and Seth for the roll of king of all Egypt. Despite the many different versions of th…
- Isis (1)
  - Seth: Deity of Good or Evil? by: Page Strong
    March 20, 2009, 20:07
    Commonly considered the god of chaos, and thus an evil god, Seth may be more diverse than that simple definition illustrates. To understand the character of th…
- Osiris (2)
  - The Djed Pillar - Backbone of Osiris by: Page Strong
    May 6, 2009, 13:21
    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 …
  - Seth: Deity of Good or Evil? by: Page Strong
    March 20, 2009, 20:07
    Commonly considered the god of chaos, and thus an evil god, Seth may be more diverse than that simple definition illustrates. To understand the character of th…
- Seshat (1)
  - Seshat - Goddess of Scribes by: Page Strong
    April 29, 2009, 13:33
    Seshat is the ancient Egyptian word for “she who scrivens” or “female scribe” and yet, she was an important figure in the ancient Egyptian pantheon desp…
- Seth (1)
  - Seth: Deity of Good or Evil? by: Page Strong
    March 20, 2009, 20:07
    Commonly considered the god of chaos, and thus an evil god, Seth may be more diverse than that simple definition illustrates. To understand the character of th…
Every Day Life (7)
- Ancient Egyptian Clothing Part 7 - Jewelry by: Page Strong
  January 27, 2010, 11:18
  Beginning as long ago as the Pre-Dynastic period, jewelry was an important part of an ancient Egyptian’s costume.
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 6 - Headdresses and Crowns by: Page Strong
  January 20, 2010, 11:37
  Headdresses and crowns were one of the distinguishing characteristics of the ancient Egyptians.
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 4: Hygiene and Cosmetics – Revisited by: Page Strong
  January 13, 2010, 10:04
  A study has recently become popular that researched the medicinal properties of kohl, a black powder used as eyeliner.
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 5- Hair and Wigs by: Page Strong
  January 6, 2010, 09:53
  The quest for cleanliness was especially important in regards to hair. It was quite common for the ancient Egyptians to shave all hair from their bodies in a qu…
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 4- Hygiene and Cosmetics by: Page Strong
  December 30, 2009, 09:56
  Cosmetics were an integral part of a person’s hygiene, as beauty was seen as health. There were a number of different cosmetics used by both men and women.
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 3: Footwear by: Page Strong
  December 16, 2009, 10:26
  Footwear in ancient Egypt was relatively simple when compared with the fantastic costumes many Egyptians wore.
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 2: Women's Clothing by: Page Strong
  December 9, 2009, 10:36
  Ancient Egyptian dresses were simple, tight sheaths, beginning at or below the breasts and falling to the ankles.
Everyday Life (17)
- The Ancient Egyptian Calendar by: Page Strong
  February 3, 2010, 14:34
  Early in the Old Kingdom, or perhaps even in the Pre-Dynastic period, the ancient Egyptians based their calendar off the lunar cycle.
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 3: Footwear by: Page Strong
  December 16, 2009, 10:26
  Footwear in ancient Egypt was relatively simple when compared with the fantastic costumes many Egyptians wore.
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 1: Men's Clothing by: Page Strong
  November 25, 2009, 09:49
  The simplest form of clothing is that of the kilt. Far from the Scottish plaid one usually considers upon hearing the word kilt, the Egyptian kilt was a simple…
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 13: Medical Magic by: Page Strong
  September 19, 2009, 18:01
  Spells, incantations, rituals and amulets were all used as part of magical healing.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 12: Gods and Goddesses and Healing in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  September 12, 2009, 18:00
  As medicine and magic were controlled through the temples, certain gods and goddesses were worshiped to aid in the treatments of illnesses and injuries.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 11: Magic in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  September 5, 2009, 17:59
  The medicinal practices of the ancient Egyptians were renowned throughout the ancient world. In the Odyssey, Homer praises the prowess of the Egyptian physicia…
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 10: Leprosy in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  August 29, 2009, 17:58
  Caused by the organism Mycobacterium leprae, leprosy is known as one of the most terrifying diseases of the ancient world.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 9: Ancient Egyptian Water-related Diseases part 2 by: Page Strong
  August 22, 2009, 17:56
  Yet another parasite related to water is the mosquito. Even in ancient Egypt, the mosquito was a pest that caused not only minor irritations, but also disease …
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 8: Ancient Egyptian Water-related Diseases part 1 by: Page Strong
  August 15, 2009, 17:54
  Water is ever present in the Nile River and it’s annual flood and is provided to the Oases through the sandstone aquifer known as the Taref formation.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 7: Lung Diseases in Ancient Egypt part 2 by: Page Strong
  August 8, 2009, 17:53
  While blowing dust can cause people to suffer from lung diseases, miners and quarrymen suffered more as they were exposed to the dust to a greater extent than t…
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 6: Lung Diseases in Ancient Egypt part 1 by: Page Strong
  August 1, 2009, 17:49
  Simply living in Egypt would have exposed people to respiratory problems.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 5: Illnesses in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  July 25, 2009, 17:48
  Illnesses were often recorded only by the very rare tomb paintings and by the medical papyri that have been found that describe what was being treated.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 4: Doctors in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  July 18, 2009, 17:47
  The practice of medicine was highly regulated in ancient Egypt. Should a medical professional mistreat a patient, the penalties were severe.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 3: The Human Body According to the Ancient Egyptians by: Page Strong
  July 11, 2009, 17:45
  There was a wealth of illnesses within the ancient Egyptian culture that can date to at least the Old Kingdom, if not earlier.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 2: The Ecosystems of Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  July 4, 2009, 17:44
  The boundaries of ancient Egypt spanned from the First Cataract of the Nile River in the south to the Delta in the north and from the Red Sea in the east to the…
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 1 by: Page Strong
  June 27, 2009, 17:42
  As fascinating as the life after death aspect of the ancient Egyptian culture is, what often eludes common knowledge is how these people strove to preserve the…
- Introduction to Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices by: Page Strong
  June 20, 2009, 17:39
  Having an acute interest in herbal medicines, I chose to briefly study the medicinal practices of the ancient Egyptians.
Herbals (16)
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 4: Hygiene and Cosmetics – Revisited by: Page Strong
  January 13, 2010, 10:04
  A study has recently become popular that researched the medicinal properties of kohl, a black powder used as eyeliner.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 13: Medical Magic by: Page Strong
  September 19, 2009, 18:01
  Spells, incantations, rituals and amulets were all used as part of magical healing.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 12: Gods and Goddesses and Healing in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  September 12, 2009, 18:00
  As medicine and magic were controlled through the temples, certain gods and goddesses were worshiped to aid in the treatments of illnesses and injuries.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 11: Magic in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  September 5, 2009, 17:59
  The medicinal practices of the ancient Egyptians were renowned throughout the ancient world. In the Odyssey, Homer praises the prowess of the Egyptian physicia…
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 10: Leprosy in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  August 29, 2009, 17:58
  Caused by the organism Mycobacterium leprae, leprosy is known as one of the most terrifying diseases of the ancient world.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 9: Ancient Egyptian Water-related Diseases part 2 by: Page Strong
  August 22, 2009, 17:56
  Yet another parasite related to water is the mosquito. Even in ancient Egypt, the mosquito was a pest that caused not only minor irritations, but also disease …
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 8: Ancient Egyptian Water-related Diseases part 1 by: Page Strong
  August 15, 2009, 17:54
  Water is ever present in the Nile River and it’s annual flood and is provided to the Oases through the sandstone aquifer known as the Taref formation.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 7: Lung Diseases in Ancient Egypt part 2 by: Page Strong
  August 8, 2009, 17:53
  While blowing dust can cause people to suffer from lung diseases, miners and quarrymen suffered more as they were exposed to the dust to a greater extent than t…
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 6: Lung Diseases in Ancient Egypt part 1 by: Page Strong
  August 1, 2009, 17:49
  Simply living in Egypt would have exposed people to respiratory problems.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 5: Illnesses in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  July 25, 2009, 17:48
  Illnesses were often recorded only by the very rare tomb paintings and by the medical papyri that have been found that describe what was being treated.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 4: Doctors in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  July 18, 2009, 17:47
  The practice of medicine was highly regulated in ancient Egypt. Should a medical professional mistreat a patient, the penalties were severe.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 3: The Human Body According to the Ancient Egyptians by: Page Strong
  July 11, 2009, 17:45
  There was a wealth of illnesses within the ancient Egyptian culture that can date to at least the Old Kingdom, if not earlier.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 2: The Ecosystems of Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  July 4, 2009, 17:44
  The boundaries of ancient Egypt spanned from the First Cataract of the Nile River in the south to the Delta in the north and from the Red Sea in the east to the…
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 1 by: Page Strong
  June 27, 2009, 17:42
  As fascinating as the life after death aspect of the ancient Egyptian culture is, what often eludes common knowledge is how these people strove to preserve the…
- Introduction to Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices by: Page Strong
  June 20, 2009, 17:39
  Having an acute interest in herbal medicines, I chose to briefly study the medicinal practices of the ancient Egyptians.
- Papyrus by: Page Strong
  May 2, 2009, 14:56
  There is a word within the English language that is used every day, but few people realize this word’s roots are in ancient Egypt. The word “pap…
Hieroglyphs (4)
- Hieroglyphs: Determinatives by: Page Strong
  March 3, 2010, 10:24
  Very simply, determinatives give meaning to the preceding word. For example, the word for “bird” is followed by the image of a bird.
- Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphs: Phonograms by: Page Strong
  February 24, 2010, 10:34
  Phonograms are made up of three types of hieroglyphs: uniliteral, biliteral and triliteral.
- The Beginnings of Understanding Hieroglyphs Part 2 by: Page Strong
  June 5, 2009, 16:54
  It wasn’t until another invader came to Egypt nearly 1300 years after the hieroglyphs’ meanings were forgotten that the clues to unlock their secrets came t…
- The Beginnings of Understanding Hieroglyphs Part 1 by: Page Strong
  May 30, 2009, 16:36
  Those colorful forms dancing across temple and tomb walls echo ancient knowledge to the modern viewer who gazes upon hieroglyphs, only half comprehending the …
life (3)
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 3: Footwear by: Page Strong
  December 16, 2009, 10:26
  Footwear in ancient Egypt was relatively simple when compared with the fantastic costumes many Egyptians wore.
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 2: Women's Clothing by: Page Strong
  December 9, 2009, 10:36
  Ancient Egyptian dresses were simple, tight sheaths, beginning at or below the breasts and falling to the ankles.
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 1: Men's Clothing by: Page Strong
  November 25, 2009, 09:49
  The simplest form of clothing is that of the kilt. Far from the Scottish plaid one usually considers upon hearing the word kilt, the Egyptian kilt was a simple…
Literature (1)
- Ancient Egyptian Love Poems by: Page Strong
  February 10, 2010, 09:33
  A different grouping exists within the Chester Beatty Papyrus collection that is not mentioned very often: a set of romantic poems from Ancient Egypt.
medicine (14)
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 13: Medical Magic by: Page Strong
  September 19, 2009, 18:01
  Spells, incantations, rituals and amulets were all used as part of magical healing.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 12: Gods and Goddesses and Healing in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  September 12, 2009, 18:00
  As medicine and magic were controlled through the temples, certain gods and goddesses were worshiped to aid in the treatments of illnesses and injuries.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 11: Magic in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  September 5, 2009, 17:59
  The medicinal practices of the ancient Egyptians were renowned throughout the ancient world. In the Odyssey, Homer praises the prowess of the Egyptian physicia…
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 10: Leprosy in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  August 29, 2009, 17:58
  Caused by the organism Mycobacterium leprae, leprosy is known as one of the most terrifying diseases of the ancient world.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 9: Ancient Egyptian Water-related Diseases part 2 by: Page Strong
  August 22, 2009, 17:56
  Yet another parasite related to water is the mosquito. Even in ancient Egypt, the mosquito was a pest that caused not only minor irritations, but also disease …
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 8: Ancient Egyptian Water-related Diseases part 1 by: Page Strong
  August 15, 2009, 17:54
  Water is ever present in the Nile River and it’s annual flood and is provided to the Oases through the sandstone aquifer known as the Taref formation.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 7: Lung Diseases in Ancient Egypt part 2 by: Page Strong
  August 8, 2009, 17:53
  While blowing dust can cause people to suffer from lung diseases, miners and quarrymen suffered more as they were exposed to the dust to a greater extent than t…
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 6: Lung Diseases in Ancient Egypt part 1 by: Page Strong
  August 1, 2009, 17:49
  Simply living in Egypt would have exposed people to respiratory problems.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 5: Illnesses in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  July 25, 2009, 17:48
  Illnesses were often recorded only by the very rare tomb paintings and by the medical papyri that have been found that describe what was being treated.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 4: Doctors in Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  July 18, 2009, 17:47
  The practice of medicine was highly regulated in ancient Egypt. Should a medical professional mistreat a patient, the penalties were severe.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 3: The Human Body According to the Ancient Egyptians by: Page Strong
  July 11, 2009, 17:45
  There was a wealth of illnesses within the ancient Egyptian culture that can date to at least the Old Kingdom, if not earlier.
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 2: The Ecosystems of Ancient Egypt by: Page Strong
  July 4, 2009, 17:44
  The boundaries of ancient Egypt spanned from the First Cataract of the Nile River in the south to the Delta in the north and from the Red Sea in the east to the…
- Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices Part 1 by: Page Strong
  June 27, 2009, 17:42
  As fascinating as the life after death aspect of the ancient Egyptian culture is, what often eludes common knowledge is how these people strove to preserve the…
- Introduction to Ancient Egyptian Medicinal Practices by: Page Strong
  June 20, 2009, 17:39
  Having an acute interest in herbal medicines, I chose to briefly study the medicinal practices of the ancient Egyptians.
Mummification (8)
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step Six - Graeco-Roman Mummies by: Page Strong
  April 25, 2009, 19:13
  The process of embalming a Graeco-Roman mummy was usually more careless than the dynastic mummifications. During the early Graeco-Roman period the internal org…
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step Five - The Opening of the Mouth by: Page Strong
  April 22, 2009, 13:24
  “Awake!...May you be alert as a living one, rejuvenated every day, healthy in millions of occasions of god sleep, while the gods protect you, protection being…
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step Four - Wrapping the Mummy by: Page Strong
  April 18, 2009, 13:21
  The body has been mostly dried and once again cleaned. It is now time to wrap the body in linen. For this chapter on How To Make An Egyptian Mummy, the focus wi…
- How to Make an Egyptian Mummy: Step Three - Drying the Body by: Page Strong
  April 15, 2009, 16:12
  Dr. Brier and Dr. Wade hypothesized that a total of 35 days coated in natron would sufficiently remove the moisture from the body. The doctors left their modern…
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step Two - Removal of Internal Organs by: Page Strong
  April 11, 2009, 16:15
  The body is clean, the incision on the left side of the body has been made and the slitter has been chased from the per-wabet, or the ritual embalming tent. Whi…
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step One - Organizing the Mummification Ritual by: Page Strong
  April 8, 2009, 11:02
  The process of mummification starts with the organizing of the per-wabet, or the ritual embalming tent. The tools of the trade are organized around the body, …
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Introduction by: Page Strong
  April 4, 2009, 12:25
  The ancient Egyptian culture has fascinated the world for many hundreds of years. Even at the peak of the ancient Egyptian civilization, it was considered…
- Anubis: Protector of the Dead and God of Mummification by: Page Strong
  April 1, 2009, 17:11
  Imagine walking through Egypt five thousand years ago. It was not so different then from how it appears now. The Nile River still crept along …
Mummy (8)
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step Six - Graeco-Roman Mummies by: Page Strong
  April 25, 2009, 19:13
  The process of embalming a Graeco-Roman mummy was usually more careless than the dynastic mummifications. During the early Graeco-Roman period the internal org…
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step Five - The Opening of the Mouth by: Page Strong
  April 22, 2009, 13:24
  “Awake!...May you be alert as a living one, rejuvenated every day, healthy in millions of occasions of god sleep, while the gods protect you, protection being…
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step Four - Wrapping the Mummy by: Page Strong
  April 18, 2009, 13:21
  The body has been mostly dried and once again cleaned. It is now time to wrap the body in linen. For this chapter on How To Make An Egyptian Mummy, the focus wi…
- How to Make an Egyptian Mummy: Step Three - Drying the Body by: Page Strong
  April 15, 2009, 16:12
  Dr. Brier and Dr. Wade hypothesized that a total of 35 days coated in natron would sufficiently remove the moisture from the body. The doctors left their modern…
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step Two - Removal of Internal Organs by: Page Strong
  April 11, 2009, 16:15
  The body is clean, the incision on the left side of the body has been made and the slitter has been chased from the per-wabet, or the ritual embalming tent. Whi…
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step One - Organizing the Mummification Ritual by: Page Strong
  April 8, 2009, 11:02
  The process of mummification starts with the organizing of the per-wabet, or the ritual embalming tent. The tools of the trade are organized around the body, …
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Introduction by: Page Strong
  April 4, 2009, 12:25
  The ancient Egyptian culture has fascinated the world for many hundreds of years. Even at the peak of the ancient Egyptian civilization, it was considered…
- Anubis: Protector of the Dead and God of Mummification by: Page Strong
  April 1, 2009, 17:11
  Imagine walking through Egypt five thousand years ago. It was not so different then from how it appears now. The Nile River still crept along …
News (1)
- Digging in the Nile by: Page Strong
  November 5, 2009, 08:50
  "Ever wondered what ancient histories might be waiting to be discovered underwater, or dreamed about diving in the Nile and looking for treasures? Well, check o…
Papyrus (1)
- Papyrus by: Page Strong
  May 2, 2009, 14:56
  There is a word within the English language that is used every day, but few people realize this word’s roots are in ancient Egypt. The word “pap…
Pharaoh (3)
- King Scorpion by: Page Strong
  February 17, 2010, 10:30
  King Scorpion is known mainly from the macehead bearing his ideograms, a scorpion and a seven-petaled flower associated with kingship.
- Clothing in Ancient Egypt Part 1: Men's Clothing by: Page Strong
  November 25, 2009, 09:49
  The simplest form of clothing is that of the kilt. Far from the Scottish plaid one usually considers upon hearing the word kilt, the Egyptian kilt was a simple…
- Who Was The First Known Female Pharoah? by: Page Strong
  May 9, 2009, 11:49
  Throughout ancient Egyptian history there were many great and famous pharaohs. Many times, the great female pharaohs were the last rulers of their dynasties, pe…
- King Scorpion (1)
  - King Scorpion by: Page Strong
    February 17, 2010, 10:30
    King Scorpion is known mainly from the macehead bearing his ideograms, a scorpion and a seven-petaled flower associated with kingship.
Science/Technology (1)
- The Ancient Egyptian Calendar by: Page Strong
  February 3, 2010, 14:34
  Early in the Old Kingdom, or perhaps even in the Pre-Dynastic period, the ancient Egyptians based their calendar off the lunar cycle.
- Time (1)
  - The Ancient Egyptian Calendar by: Page Strong
    February 3, 2010, 14:34
    Early in the Old Kingdom, or perhaps even in the Pre-Dynastic period, the ancient Egyptians based their calendar off the lunar cycle.
Tomb (6)
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step Five - The Opening of the Mouth by: Page Strong
  April 22, 2009, 13:24
  “Awake!...May you be alert as a living one, rejuvenated every day, healthy in millions of occasions of god sleep, while the gods protect you, protection being…
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step Four - Wrapping the Mummy by: Page Strong
  April 18, 2009, 13:21
  The body has been mostly dried and once again cleaned. It is now time to wrap the body in linen. For this chapter on How To Make An Egyptian Mummy, the focus wi…
- How to Make an Egyptian Mummy: Step Three - Drying the Body by: Page Strong
  April 15, 2009, 16:12
  Dr. Brier and Dr. Wade hypothesized that a total of 35 days coated in natron would sufficiently remove the moisture from the body. The doctors left their modern…
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step Two - Removal of Internal Organs by: Page Strong
  April 11, 2009, 16:15
  The body is clean, the incision on the left side of the body has been made and the slitter has been chased from the per-wabet, or the ritual embalming tent. Whi…
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Step One - Organizing the Mummification Ritual by: Page Strong
  April 8, 2009, 11:02
  The process of mummification starts with the organizing of the per-wabet, or the ritual embalming tent. The tools of the trade are organized around the body, …
- How To Make An Egyptian Mummy: Introduction by: Page Strong
  April 4, 2009, 12:25
  The ancient Egyptian culture has fascinated the world for many hundreds of years. Even at the peak of the ancient Egyptian civilization, it was considered…
Uncategorized (1)
- Blazing Shovels by: Page Strong
  November 2, 2009, 21:13
  From the Rez to the celebrity galleries of Santa Fe, the War on Looting surges

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