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Weighing of the heart of the deceased against the feather of truth from the Egyptian Book of the Dea
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Weighing of the heart of the deceased against the feather of truth from the Egyptian Book of the Dea
Weighing of the heart of the deceased (Anhai) against the feather of truth by Anubis. Ammut waits to devour the heart if not justified. Thoth, on the left, records the verdict. Horus on the right leads Anhai. From the papyrus of Anhai, a priestess, from the British Museums collection
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Media ID 14852881
© CM Dixon / Heritage-Images
Anubis British Museum Horus Papyrus Priestess Thoth Ancient Egyptian Mike Dixon
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This print showcases the ancient Egyptian ritual known as the "Weighing of the heart" from the Egyptian Book of the Dead. In this mesmerizing scene, we witness Anhai, a priestess, standing before Anubis, the god of embalming and guide to the afterlife. The deceased's heart is being weighed against Ma'at's feather of truth on one side of a scale while Ammut, a fearsome creature with an insatiable appetite for unjust hearts, eagerly awaits its chance to devour it if found unworthy. The presence of Thoth, depicted on the left recording every detail meticulously in his scroll, adds an air of solemnity and judgment to this sacred moment. On the right stands Horus, leading Anhai through this spiritual journey towards her final verdict. With vibrant colors that have stood the test of time and intricate details preserved on papyrus by skilled artisans centuries ago, this artifact transports us back to ancient Egypt—a civilization deeply rooted in religious beliefs and rituals surrounding death and rebirth. Housed within the prestigious British Museum's collection under careful preservation by experts like CM Dixon (not affiliated with any company), this remarkable piece serves as a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with life beyond death. It invites us to contemplate our own mortality while marveling at how our ancestors sought solace in their faith amidst uncertainty about what lies beyond our earthly existence.
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