The Egyptian Book of the Dead. The Complete Papyrus of Ani. Illustrated
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The Egyptian Book of the Dead. The Complete Papyrus of Ani. Illustrated

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The Egyptian Book of the Dead. The Complete Papyrus of Ani. Illustrated

About this book

The Egyptian Book of the Dead: The Complete Papyrus of Ani is one of the most significant and enduring texts of ancient Egyptian spiritual literature. This richly illustrated edition presents the full translation of the Papyrus of Ani — one of the most complete and beautifully preserved funerary manuscripts discovered to date — originally commissioned for a high-ranking scribe in the 13th century BCE during Egypt's 19th Dynasty. Often referred to as a "guidebook" for the afterlife, the Book of the Dead is a collection of spells, prayers, and incantations designed to assist the deceased in navigating the perilous journey through the underworld and into the afterlife. It offers insight into the moral and metaphysical beliefs of ancient Egyptian civilization, emphasizing the importance of truth, justice (Ma'at), and the soul's alignment with divine order. This edition, featuring high-quality illustrations of original hieroglyphic vignettes and detailed reproductions of the scroll's art, brings readers closer to the spiritual mindset of ancient Egypt. The text includes the famous "Weighing of the Heart" scene, the declarations of innocence, and the invocation of protective deities. A valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone fascinated by ancient cultures, The Complete Papyrus of Ani is both a historical treasure and a profound reflection on life, death, and the human desire for immortality. This edition blends scholarship and visual beauty, making the mysticism of ancient Egypt accessible and vivid for a modern audience.

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Information

Publisher
Asimis Books
Year
2025
eBook ISBN
9786178625368
Edition
0
Subtopic
Egyptian Ancient History

Table of contents

  1. Introduction
  2. The Book of the Dead
  3. Coming forth by day
  4. The papyrus of ani
  5. Plate 1
  6. Plate 2
  7. Plate 3
  8. Plate 4
  9. Plates 5–6
  10. Plates 7–10
  11. Plates 11–12
  12. Plate 13
  13. Plate 14
  14. Plate 15
  15. Plate 16
  16. Plate 17
  17. Plate 18
  18. Plate 19
  19. Plate 20
  20. Plate 21
  21. Plate 22
  22. Plates 23–24
  23. Plates 25–26
  24. Plate 27
  25. Plate 28
  26. Plates 29–30
  27. Plates 31–32
  28. Plate 33
  29. Plates 33 (continued) and 34
  30. Plate 35
  31. Plates 35 (continued) and 36
  32. Plate 37
  33. Glossary