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In ancient Egypt, the heart was considered the seat of intelligence and emotion, playing a crucial role in the afterlife. During mummification, it was often left in place or carefully preserved because it was believed to be essential for the judgment of the deceased in the afterlife. The heart was weighed against the feather of Ma'at, the goddess of truth, in the "Weighing of the Heart" ceremony to determine the person's fate. If the heart was lighter than the feather, the soul would be granted eternal life; if heavier, it would be devoured by the monster Ammit.

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