From everyday healing to treachery in the court of King Ramesses III, magic pervaded every aspect of ancient Egyptian life. Geraldine Pinch delves into the underworld... In Egyptian myth, magic ...

TATTOOS depicting animals, gods and floral patterns have been found “hidden” on 3,000-year-old Egyptian mummies. The ancient body art, found on seven female mummies, may help shed light… ...

They were also evocative symbols of the ferocity and prowess of those who wielded them. “These weapons were filled with substantial strength,” says Dominy.