djed
ancestor ancient Egypt single tradition · 1
The djed was often used as amulets for the living and the dead. It was placed as an amulet near the spines of mummified bodies, which was supposed to ensure the resurrection of the dead, allowing the deceased to live eternally. It was also painted onto coffins.
When
- First attested
- 3000 BCE
- Attested period
- -3000 – 300
- Historical notes
- Associated with ancient Egyptian funerary rites.
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“The djed was often used as amulets for the living and the dead. It was placed as an amulet near the spines of mummified bodies, which was supposed to ensure the resurrection of the dead, allowing the deceased to live eternally. The Book of the Dead lists a spell which, when spoken over a gold amulet hung around the mummy's neck, ensures that the mummy would regain use of its spine and be able to sit up. It was also painted onto coffins.”
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