The findings provide significant insight into his life and status during Ancient Egypt's Sixth Dynasty (circa 2305–2118 BC), a period marked by the rule of King Pepi II. King Pepi II’s reign ...

“You want to be living your best afterlife.” Not every ancient Egyptian was mummified, but the restricted practice apparently was common among the upper middle class and those of high status, Brown ...

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Cats were honored with lavish adornments, depicted in art, and even mummified, reflecting their cherished status in Egyptian culture and the afterlife. In ancient Egypt, cats were not just pets ...