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Biblical - The ancient Egyptians are featured in the Old Testament, and played a prominent role in the early Hebrews' life, from Joseph's capture to the departure of the Hebrewsfrom Egypt to later interaction with the Kingdom of Israel. There are several unanswered questions as to the precise influence each had on the other.
Burial and tombs
Mummification of the dead was not always practised in Egypt. Once the practice began, an individual was placed at his or her final resting place through a set of rituals and protocol. The Egyptian funeral was a complex ceremony including various monuments, prayers, and rituals undertaken in the deads' honor. The poor, who could not afford expensive tombs, were buried in shallow graves in the sand; because of the arid environment they were often naturally mummified.
Temples and pyramids
Many Egyptian temples are still standing today. Some are in ruin from wear and tear, while others have been lost entirely. The Egyptian structures are among the larg

2007-09-23 23:52:30 · 1 answers · asked by Neeta 5 in Society & Culture Religion & Spirituality

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You pretty well answered your own question, if I understood it correctly, I really do not have anything to add.

2007-09-24 09:27:26 · answer #1 · answered by loufedalis 7 · 0 0

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