These two ancient Egyptian zodiac signs were uncovered in the Temple of Esna, Egypt. On the left is a Sagittarius, and on the right is a Scorpio.Ahmed Emam, Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities Ancient ...

The fascination with ancient symbols transcends time, weaving a tapestry of mystery and cultural reverence that continues to captivate modern audiences. Among these symbols, the Eye of Horus stands ...

Which Egyptian Goddess or God Are You, Based on Zodiac Sign originally appeared on Parade. The concept of “god” and “goddess” is one of the most ancient, predating recorded history itself. While this ...

Extracted from: Visible religion (Leiden) 4 (5) 1985-1986, pages 63-72. The ancient Egyptian writing system is at once pictorial, phonetic and symbolic. The number of hieroglyphic symbols are thought ...

The meticulous five-year cleaning process even involved toothpicks. The restoration provides key insights into how ancient Egypt celebrated New Year’s Day. Two millennia of soot and grime were cleaned ...

Michelle Spear explores why has the heart, more than any other organ, has been imbued with such deep symbolism and power ...

The Sphinx sits right next to a pharaoh’s pyramid complex, which makes many historians think it was built to watch over his tomb.