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The weighing of the souls (psychostasy). (papyrus)
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The weighing of the souls (psychostasy). (papyrus)
LRI4592947 The weighing of the souls (psychostasy). (papyrus) by Egyptian; Egyptian Museum, Turin, Italy; (add.info.: Egyptian antiquite: the weighing of souls (psychostasis). Papyrus of a Book of the Dead. Turin, Egyptian Museum - Ancient Egypt: the weighing of the souls (psychostasy). Papyrus from the Book of the Dead. Egyptian Museum, Turin, Italy); Luisa Ricciarini; Egyptian, out of copyright
Media ID 23016080
© Luisa Ricciarini / Bridgeman Images
Balance Good Against Evil Hieroglyph Weight And Measurement Mythological Character
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This print captures the ancient Egyptian concept of the weighing of souls, known as psychostasy. The image showcases a papyrus from the Book of the Dead, currently housed in the Egyptian Museum in Turin, Italy. The scene depicted on this papyrus is an essential part of Egyptian mythology and art. It portrays a mythological character using hieroglyphic writing to record and document this crucial moment in the afterlife journey. In this intricate artwork, good battles against evil as each soul's heart is weighed against Ma'at's feather—a symbol of truth and justice. The artist behind this remarkable photograph is Luisa Ricciarini, who skillfully captures every detail and nuance present on this ancient artifact. Through her lens, viewers can appreciate not only the artistic beauty but also gain insight into Egypt's rich history and belief system. This image serves as a reminder that death was not seen as an end for ancient Egyptians but rather a transition to another realm where one's actions were judged by divine forces. The balance held by Ma'at represents both weight and measurement—an instrument used to determine whether a soul would achieve eternal life or face eternal punishment. Overall, Ricciarini's photograph invites us to delve into Egypt's antiquity while contemplating themes such as morality, spirituality, and the eternal struggle between good and evil.
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