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The ancient Egyptians worshiped the beetle as the earthly manifestation of the Sun at its birth and called it Khepri. It symbolized “coming into existence”. It is also associated with a long life and in this sense; it is linked to the deceased, to his capacity for regeneration. What is the meaning of the scarab …

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Heart amulet with human head Period: New Kingdom or Ramesside Period Dynasty: Dynasty 18 or 21–22 Date: ca. 1550–710 B.C. Geography: From Egypt probably Medium: Jasper, carnelian, chlorite Dimensions: H. 5.4 cm (2 1/8 in); w. 2.7 (1 1/16 in); d. 1,5 cm (9/16 in) Credit Line: Gift of Miss A. M. Hegemann, 1938 Heart Amulet, Ancient Egyptian Jewelry, Egyptian Artifacts, Human Head, Egypt Art, Egyptian History, Ancient Egyptian Art, Egyptian Jewelry, Iron Age

In ancient Egypt the heart was already known to be a vital organ and the ancient Egyptians were therefore fearful of damage to the heart. One of the tasks of a heart amulet was to protect it and thus secure life functions

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