https://padlet.com/s_ktadkins/GAVSEMPKTA Unraveling the Cloth en-us 2018-03-14 16:27:54 UTC 2018-03-14 19:29:14 UTC hello@padlet.com s_ktadkins https://padlet.com/s_ktadkins/GAVSEMPKTA/wish/241978331 This culture revolves around ideas that illustrate the progression of life after death. While this is reputable, other characteristics of Egyptian mythology make it much more interesting:

1. The mythology is often animalistic. Ancient Egypt paid great respects to the abilities of animals and often had cats and dogs mummified along with humans. Most of their Gods also have animalistic traits. For example, Bastet is an Egyptian goddess that has the head of a feline.

2. The media stereotype of Egyptian settings often featuring pools of crocdiles stems from the belief in a powerful god named Sobek. Ancient Egyptians would often host pools of crocodiles in his honor.

3. Unlike monotheistic beliefs, Ancient Egypt held pride in thousands of gods and goddesses. However, this learning feat came easy as only certain beings were recognized in various regions of Egypt.

4. Belief in Egyptian mythology lasted for around 3,000 years.

5. With many gods to choose from, it became difficult to decide the national being. Therefore, every appointed Pharaoh would often choose the god from their School of Thought to be the new national god.

6. Differentiating between male and female gods also became difficult, so men would often be depicted with tanner skin than women to symbolize how the male life was spent outside and the females rested inside respectively.

7. Despite all of the gods, Egyptian mythology also featured demons. They were depicted as stronger than humans, but never compared to the gods.

8. The importance of the Pharaoh exceeded the duties of a kingdom. He was believed to be the medium connecting the gods and humanity.

9. Referring back to Bastet, she was the reason as to why cats were so glorified. Members of her cult paid close attention to the mummification of cats and often held them in high esteem.

10. One reoccurring object in Egyptian mythology and culture is the Eye of Horus. This item represented good health, magic, and restoration.

Source: https://list25.com/25-facts-about-ancient-egyptian-gods/5/]]> 2018-03-14 16:31:10 UTC https://padlet.com/s_ktadkins/GAVSEMPKTA/wish/241978331 s_ktadkins https://padlet.com/s_ktadkins/GAVSEMPKTA/wish/242029210 This video explores the journey of a soul into the afterlife as written on a book that was found within his tomb. It showcases the various effects of the involvement of mythology upon Egyptian culture. ]]> 2018-03-14 17:54:47 UTC https://padlet.com/s_ktadkins/GAVSEMPKTA/wish/242029210 s_ktadkins https://padlet.com/s_ktadkins/GAVSEMPKTA/wish/242068187 Depicted below are traditional Canopic jars. In the mummification process, these were used to house internal organs after they were removed from the body. Although their bottoms appear as normal jars, the upper ornaments were often crafted to resemble the Four Sons of Horus. However, throughout history, the lids began changing as a result of cultural values shifting and new trends becoming popular.

Source: http://www.museumofmythology.com/Egypt/canopic_jar.htm]]> 2018-03-14 19:02:13 UTC https://padlet.com/s_ktadkins/GAVSEMPKTA/wish/242068187 s_ktadkins https://padlet.com/s_ktadkins/GAVSEMPKTA/wish/242077306 More often than not, Egyptians are criticized for what seems like an uncomfortable way to sleep. However, these headrests were often beautifully crafted and were accompanied by cushions. The mythological aspect of this device is that they were popularized by the idea that using them with dead bodies would prevent demons from entering the corpse as it rested upon the ground.

Source: http://www.bmkids.org.uk/access/egypt/artefacts_egypt.htm]]> 2018-03-14 19:23:10 UTC https://padlet.com/s_ktadkins/GAVSEMPKTA/wish/242077306