As an Egyptian Egyptologist, cultural continuity in Egypt through transmission and adaptation has always fascinated me because I constantly see the impact of ancient Egyptian culture on our daily life in spite of the changes in language…
What are the conceptual parallels between the ba-soul and ruH in modern culture?The study finds that both the ba-soul and ruH represent the divine spark in humans, emphasizing their roles as essential to life and identity. Notably, the ba-soul is depicted as manifesting in various forms, reflecting deep cultural connections from ancient Egypt to modern interpretations.How does the heart's role in ancient Egypt differ from modern Arabic contexts?Research indicates that in ancient Egypt, the heart (ib) was pivotal in determining one's fate on Judgment Day, while in Arabic culture, the heart (qalb) is considered the seat of insight and decision-making. This illustrates a significant evolution of the heart's symbolic meanings over time.What modern practices stem from ancient Egyptian superstitions and rituals?The paper illustrates how ancient Egyptian fears, such as the evil eye, persist in modern practices, with rituals for protection still remarkably similar to those used in antiquity. Examples include contemporary amulet usage and specific medicinal rituals that trace back to ancient practices involving healing water and inscriptions.
Originally inspired by Beaudelaire and his poetry about the Spleen. His description of melancholy with no apparent cause characterised by a disgust of everything.