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Egyptian Traditions
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Art- Throughout the dynasties of Ancient Egypt, the role of the tomb and accompanying architecture, sculpture, and painting all worked to ensure that Egyptians would enter the afterlife prepared with all the worldly goods they needed. More...
Children- During birth, Egyptian mothers and midwives used the help of goddesses to protect the new child. A carved ivory wand was often placed on the mother's stomach for further protection against evil. More... Clothing- The majority of Egyptian clothing was made from linen, which came from the flax plant. The clothing itself was plain but accessorized with beaded collars and jewelry. More...
Education- Egyptian education started at a very young age. Reading, writing and arithmetic were the main subjects but the most time was spent on learning practical skills. More... Food- The traditional foods of the ancient Egyptians were often shown in drawings inside their tombs. The drawings told of the feast that the deceased would be offered in the afterlife. More...
Inventions- Ancient Egyptian civilization started in 3150 BC along the banks of the Nile River when the Lower and Upper Kingdoms of Egypt were united under the rule of the first pharaoh. More...
Music- In the sculptures, wall paintings, and papyri of the Egyptians, we are furnished with another glimpse into the obscurity of early musical history. Among the ancient Egyptians we find music at a somewhat similar... More...
Pharaohs- Sneferu: Founder of the 4th Dynasty Symbols- The language of Egypt is full of symbols and complicated diagrams. Egyptology is the study of the language and the land of Egypt. More... Trivia- Facts and questions answered about the ancient Egyptians. More... Weddings- There has been little information found describing marriage in ancient Egypt. Marriage contracts have been found, however it is thought that they were only drawn up if there was to be a change in the normal marriage. More...
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