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The first mummy ever made was that of Osiris. Ancient stories say that he survived death and went on to become ruler of the afterlife – the ancient Egyptian idea of heaven.

People believed it was a beautiful place filled with sunshine and happiness.

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The process of mummification took 70 days. After that the funeral could take place. Mourners, priests and grave goods accompanied the coffin across the Nile to the tomb.This wooden model shows the boat that would have been used.

funeral barque

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The last rights were performed at the tomb door.The ‘Opening of the Mouth’ ceremony gave back to the dead person the power to eat, breathe and move in the Next World.

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Ibis headed Thoth, the scribe of the gods, records that Hunefer has passed the test. His heart is light and has balanced the feather.

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