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The ‘mourning scene’ on the East wall in the Royal Tomb at El-Amarna (TA 26B - Chamber gamma). Akhenaten is shown leading the royal family in grieving the death of Princess Meketaten, their second daughter, who stands inside a pavilion associated with childbirth. Julian Tuffs. — 23 May 2018

Challenges of Infant Mortality in Ancient Egypt: Amulets, Spells and the Divine—Part II

*By anand balaji*

*History & Tradition*

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Among all the perils that the ancient Egyptians battled through their use of religion and magic, none came close to the poignant and desperate prayers they made to save the lives of their offspring. In a time when the lack of proper medication and...
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Mother Love: Detail from a relief shows Pharaoh Seti I as a child sitting on the lap of goddess Isis. Her right arm is resting on his back while she gently caresses his face with her left hand. This scene can be found on the western wall of the Second Hypostyle Hall. Temple of Seti I, Abydos. — 21 May 2018

Challenges of Infant Mortality in Ancient Egypt: Disease, Death and Deliverance - Part I

*By anand balaji*

*History & Tradition*

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Family came first in ancient Egypt. Be it the royal household or the commoner on the street, the bond between parents and their children was considered sacred. Right through the Old Kingdom period down to the New Kingdom and beyond, various kinds...
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Challenges of Infant Mortality in Ancient Egypt: Amulets, Spells and the Divine—Part II

Challenges of Infant Mortality in Ancient Egypt: Disease, Death and Deliverance - Part I