The Book of the Dead was given its name by a German Egyptologist ... The title may also give the wrong impression because in Ancient Egyptian references to the compilations, the word “dead ...

Archaeologists excavating a 3,500-year-old cemetery have discovered an ancient Egyptian "Book of the Dead" filled with spells to guide the deceased in the afterlife. The scroll, which was revealed ...

They loved life and wanted it to continue in the afterlife The Book of the Dead contained all the spells, tips and tricks any Ancient Egyptian could need to survive the afterlife. It started as a ...

Despite his fame today however, King Tut’s rule was very short and he had little impact on Egyptian ... ancient coffins. It was thought that these pictures would help protect the resident dead ...

It also reveals an insight into how and when the Ancient Egyptians perfected an antibacterial embalming recipe that protected and preserved their dead - leaving behind the iconic Egyptian mummies ...

Her elaborate burial and title indicate that she held a significant position in the ancient Egyptian court. She was laid to ...