Egyptian Links (2)

1. Egyptian Papyrus
Egyptian Papyrus explains how papyrus is made, how papyrus was used in ancient Egypt and how papyrus is used today. Papyrus was the world's very first paper, made from the Cyperus plant.

2. Egyptian Scarabs
The Egyptian scarab beetle - a symbol of rebirth. Scarab dung beetles roll their dung, symbolising the sun travelling through the heavens. Scarab beetles were associated with the god Khepri. Heart scarabs used for protection during Weighing of the Heart ceremony.

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