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A Gift to the Gods: Animal Mummies in Ancient Egypt

Dr. Schellinger in Cairo
October 23, 2019
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Townshend Hall Room 255

Autumn 2019 NELC/Humanities Scholars Lecture Series
Each semester, the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Cultures, in partnership with the OSU Humanities Scholars Program, hosts a lecture series on topics of broad interest to students and the OSU community. The Autumn 2019 Lecture Series will include talks scheduled for October 16, 23, and 29. 

A Gift to the Gods: Animal Mummies in Ancient Egypt with Dr. Sarah Schellinger

It is undeniable that the ancient Egyptians had a close connection with the animal world as seen in their religious pantheon, statues, and tomb paintings.

This talk will highlight their relationship through the Egyptians’ creation of animal mummies and how non-invasive technology aids in studying them.