Discovering ancient Egyptian tombs: 2,500-year-old remains with yellow flowers were discovered by Aachaeologists at night.
In the heart of El-Bahnasa, Egypt, a Spanish archaeological expedition has been meticulously excavating for over 30 years, unearthing a trove of tombs spanning different dynasties and parchment manuscripts, leaving experts in awe. Their most recent discovery, however, has brought forth a remarkable find – two 2,500-year-old mummies adorned with golden tongues.
According to The Times of Israel, the mummies, one male and one female, were found interred within a limestone sarcophagus in Oxyrhynchus. They are believed to have perished around 525 BCE, marking the end of the Saite dynasty, the last native rulers of Egypt before the conquest of the Persians in the 6th century BCE.
The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities elucidates that in ancient Egyptian belief, golden tongues served as a means for the deceased to communicate with Osiris, the god of the afterlife and the judge of souls passing to the otherworld. While the discovery of 402 small statues, amulets, and fragments in the tombs is undeniably impressive, the pristine state of the sarcophagus housing the male mummy has left archaeologists particularly enthralled.
Esther Pons Melado, the excavation director, remarked, “This is very important because it is rare to find a completely sealed tomb like this one.”
The golden tongues and the manner in which they were employed offer a fascinating insight into the ancient Egyptian belief in the afterlife and their meticulous burial rituals. Such discoveries continue to enrich our understanding of this remarkable civilization, providing a tangible link to the distant past and the enduring mysteries that lie buried within the sands of time.
As archaeologists continue to uncover and examine these captivating artifacts, each find brings us closer to unraveling the ancient secrets of this enigmatic society, showcasing their enduring fascination with the world beyond. The legacy of the Saite dynasty and their complex religious and funerary practices continues to captivate our imagination and redefine our understanding of the past.
