Book of the Dead
An upcoming exhibition at the Oriental Institute will give visitors the unique opportunity to peruse copies of the Book of the Dead and other Egyptian artifacts. Photo by Jean Lachat
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UChicago’s Oriental Institute Exhibit Illustrates Magical Powers of Book of the Dead in Ancient Egypt

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Book of the Dead
An upcoming exhibition at the Oriental Institute will give visitors the unique opportunity to peruse copies of the Book of the Dead and other Egyptian artifacts. Photo by Jean Lachat

Oriental Institute features papyri, mummy to explain concepts of afterlife

CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—September 25, 2017

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By: University of Chicago

In ancient Egypt, you did not go to the afterlife empty-handed. The Book of the Dead, a collection of spells and charms, was there to guide you.

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