“Unveiling Secrets of the Nile: Did Ancient Egyptians Mummify Crocodiles for a Hidden Purpose?”
Ever found yourself pondering just how far ancient cultures would go to worship their deities? Well, hold onto your hats because a new study reveals that Egyptian hunters didn’t shy away from taking down even the most ferocious beasts, like crocodiles, for the sake of sacrifice! In a fascinating twist, researchers have uncovered a 2,000-year-old crocodile mummy whose mummification process began almost immediately after death—thanks to a rather blunt trauma to its head. Just imagine the scenario: a hunter sneaking up on a creature often feared by many, delivering a fateful blow, and then preparing it for a revered afterlife! Talk about dedication! Join me as we dive into this enthralling tale of mummification that opens a window into ancient Egyptian customs and beliefs. Curious to find out what the findings entail? LEARN MORE!
A new study found that one crocodile’s mummification began “very rapidly after the death,” which was caused by blunt force trauma to its head.
Porcier et al.A new study has found that this 2,000-year-old crocodile mummy was embalmed right after its death.
So revered were certain animals in ancient Egyptian culture that these creatures were routinely mummified as sacrifices to the gods. And according to a new study, Egyptian hunters specifically killed them just to sacrifice them — even if they were dangerous beasts like crocodiles.
According to Smithsonian, researchers have found the first concrete evidence of hunting as a method through which Egyptians may have procured animal carcasses for mummification.
