Description: Ancient Egyptian Antiquities Unique A book that includes some Pharaonic concepts Description Hieroglyphic writing is one of the oldest writing systems in the world, and the ancient Egyptians used it to express their thoughts and document their history. Here is a summary of the story of the existence of symbols and hieroglyphic writing in the era of the Pharaohs: The origin of hieroglyphic symbols1. **Myth and History**:- According to some myths, the invention of hieroglyphic writing is attributed to the god "Thoth", the god of wisdom and writing. It is believed that he invented writing to facilitate the documentation of information.- Hieroglyphic writing evolved from pictorial symbols that were used in inscriptions on the walls of temples and tombs. 2. **Pictorial Symbols**:- Hieroglyphic writing consisted of pictorial symbols that represented objects and ideas, such as animals, tools, and people. Each symbol carried a special meaning, making it a complex system. Uses of Hieroglyphic Writing1. **Religious Documentation**:- Hieroglyphics were mainly used in religious texts and inscriptions on temples and tombs. It expressed religious beliefs and funeral rituals.- The inscriptions on the walls of temples were considered a means of communicating with the gods. 2. **Administrative and economic documentation**:- Hieroglyphics were also used in administrative and economic records, such as documenting taxes and commercial transactions.- They were also written on papyrus, making them an important tool for preserving information. The development of writing1. **Hieratic writing**:- Over time, the hieroglyphic writing system evolved to show the hieratic system, which is a shortened and faster form of writing, used in everyday documents.- Hieratic was used mainly by scribes. 2. **Demotic writing**:- Later, the demotic writing appeared, which is another form of ancient Egyptian writing, which was used mainly in legal and literary documents. Extinction and Rediscovery1. **Extinction**:- With the end of ancient Egyptian civilization and the emergence of various occupations, the uses of hieroglyphic writing declined, and its features began to be lost.- In the fourth century AD, hieroglyphics became almost extinct. 2. **Rediscovery**:- In the early nineteenth century, the Rosetta Stone was discovered, which bears inscriptions in hieroglyphics, Greek, and demotic, which helped in deciphering hieroglyphic writing.- French archaeologist Jean-François Champollion contributed to understanding and reading hieroglyphic writing. ConclusionHieroglyphic writing is an essential part of ancient Egyptian cultural heritage, as it contributed to documenting history, beliefs, and religion. This writing has evolved over the ages, and has influenced many other civilizations, reflecting the depth of ancient Egyptian civilization. Size : As Shown At Pictures . Our Guarantee 👌 That the Item Will Delivered to You As Shown in Pictures Therefore we recommend that you see the picture well and then take your decision and take your responsibility. Shipment ✈️ : DHL Fast Shipping 4-12 Days with track number - We Offer Combine Shipping 📦 Returns : 🔁 I check myself each product and sell only the best quality products. In any case, if you are not satisfied with the product, first, please contact me and I will do everything to your 💯 satisfaction.
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