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The Egyptian Book of the Dead is a unique collection of spells, prayers, and incantations. A “road map” for the dead to navigate safely through the afterlife. It offers a fascinating insight into the funerary rites of the ancient Egyptians.
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The Egyptian Book of the Dead is said to be the best book ever written. It is proudly one of the Penguin Classics. It is said: ‘There is no sin in my body. I have not spoken that which is not true knowingly, nor have I done anything with a false heart’.
Within the pages of The Egyptian Book of the Dead is a unique collection of funerary texts from a wide variety of sources dating from the fifteenth to the fourth century BC and consist of:
- spells
- prayers
- incantations
Each section contains instructions to enable the dead to overcome obstacles and establish themselves in the Egyptian afterlife. The papyri were often left in sarcophagi to travel with the dead on their journey. They were full of advice about the ferrymen, gods and kings they would meet on the way.
Offering valuable insights into Ancient Egypt, The Egyptian Book of the Dead has also long inspired fascination with the occult and the afterlife.
John Romer’s introduction examines the historical outline of the work, as well as the literary influence of the text on modern culture. This edition of E. A. Wallis Budge’s translation includes a full text with accompanying illustrations.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.666 kg |
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| Dimensions | 20 × 13 × 4 cm |
