Mummification and Osiris

These flashcards focus on key vocabulary related to the mummification process and the figure of Osiris in ancient Egyptian mythology.

Mummification

The process of preserving a body after death, particularly in ancient Egypt.

Sarcophagus

A stone coffin, often adorned with a sculpture or inscriptions.

Osiris

An Egyptian god associated with the afterlife, resurrection, and the ruler of the dead.

Isis

The sister and wife of Osiris, a goddess in ancient Egyptian mythology.

Set

The god who killed Osiris, representing chaos and disorder.

Afterlife

A belief in existence after death, often involving judgment or resurrection.