From: What Was Ancient Egypt Like? A Journey Into a Timeless Civilization

How do your daily routines connect to the natural world around you?

Ancient Egyptians based their life and calendar on the natural rhythms of the Nile and the sun. Thinking about your own daily habits in relation to nature can help you feel connected to the world and appreciate the cycles that shape life.

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Try noticing the sun’s position at different times of day or the seasons changing and reflect on how that affects your activities.

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Ancient Egyptians invented a calendar based on the sun, close to our modern 365-day year.

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Ancient Egyptians believed in an afterlife and prepared for it by mummifying bodies and placing g...

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Ancient Egyptian society had many roles including farmers, builders, priests, scribes, and doctors.

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What Was Ancient Egypt Like? A Journey Into a Timeless Civilization

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