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An Egyptian Funerary boat is a boat that carries the deceased down the Nile on his/her way to the Afterlife.

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Who is the god of funerals in Egypt?

Anubis was the Egyptian god of death and mummification.


Are Sobek and Anubis Related?

Sobek and Anubis are not directly related in ancient Egyptian mythology, but they are both important deities associated with funerary practices and the afterlife. Sobek, the god of the Nile and crocodiles, was sometimes linked to fertility and protection, while Anubis was primarily known as the god of mummification and the protector of the dead. Their roles can intersect in the context of funerary rituals, but they belong to different aspects of Egyptian mythology.


What helps a boat go north on the Nile?

If an Egyptian wanted to go north he would go by the current!!!


Where does the papyrus of Hunefer say the ancient Egyptians came from?

The Papyrus of Hunefer, an ancient Egyptian funerary text, does not explicitly state the origins of the ancient Egyptians. Instead, it focuses on the individual's journey through the afterlife and emphasizes the importance of moral conduct and judgment. While it reflects the beliefs and practices of ancient Egyptian society, it does not provide a historical account of their geographical or cultural origins.


What is Reu Nu Pert Em Hru?

The "Book of the Dead" was an important part of the funerary rites of Egypt. It only appeared later in Ancient Egyptian history, when life after death was considered possible for common citizens (who could afford a Book). It was essentially a "how-to" guide for surviving the underworld and gaining access to the afterlife.