Egyptian Wisdom

Preservation of the Body

The body served as an anchor for the soul. Mummification preserved the physical form, teaching the importance of caring for our material existence.

The body served as an anchor for the soul. Mummification preserved the physical form, teaching the importance of caring for our material existence.

I shall not decay. My body shall not rot. I am preserved for millions of years.

Book of the Dead, Chapter 154

Mummification Tradition