Papyrus Of Ani Collection

The Judgment Scene - Anis heart being weighed in the balance (colour litho)
3621124 The Judgment Scene - Anis heart being weighed in the balance (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Soul-bird & Mummy, Book of the Dead, Egyptian Papyrus of Ani, Thebes, c1250BC. The Papyrus of Ani is a papyrus manuscript with cursive hieroglyphs and color illustrations created c1250 BC

Scene from the Ancient Egyptian Papyrus of Ani, a Book of the Dead in the British Museum (colour litho)
3646274 Scene from the Ancient Egyptian Papyrus of Ani, a Book of the Dead in the British Museum (colour litho) by German School

Papyrus of Ani, c1250 BC. The Papyrus of Ani is a papyrus manuscript with cursive hieroglyphs and color illustrations created c. 1250 BCE, in the 19th dynasty of the New Kingdom of ancient Egypt

Egyptian Papyrus of Ani Ploughing, Theban Book of the Dead, c1250 BC. Held at British Museum

A man and his wife making offerings to Osiris, from the Egyptian Book of the Dead
Book of the Dead of Ani; sheet 36; full colour vignettes; red and yellow borders. Spell 148 continued; spell 185, hymn to Osiris

Egyptian papyrus showing Ani as a swallow, 13th century BC
Egyptian papyrus showing Ani as a swallow, as a detail from the papyrus of Ani, from the British Museums collection, 13th century BC

Egyptian papyrus depicting two soul-birds (Bas), 13th century BC
Egyptian papyrus depicting two soul-birds (Bas) from the papyrus of Ani, representing Ani and his wife. From the British Museums collection, 13th century BC

Ani addressing four gods
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Ceremony of Giving the Heart
Ani addressing the jackal-headed Anubis, God of the dead and embalming, in the symbolic ceremony of securing the heart of the deceased

Ceremony of Opening the Mouth
The Book of the Dead details the numerous ceremonies and procedures for the resurrection of the dead. Here, in one of the ceremonies

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The Papyrus of Ani, a remarkable artifact from ancient Egypt, offers us a glimpse into the beliefs and rituals surrounding death and the afterlife in Thebes around 1250 BC. This beautifully preserved Egyptian papyrus is often referred to as the Book of the Dead. One captivating scene depicted on this papyrus is known as "The Judgment Scene. " Here, we see Ani's heart being weighed in the balance against Ma'at's feather. It was believed that if his heart was found to be lighter than the feather, he would be granted eternal life. This momentous event showcases the importance of leading a righteous life according to Ma'at's principles. Another striking image within this ancient document portrays "The Presentation of Ani to Osiris. " In this scene, Ani is shown being presented before Osiris, god of the underworld and judge of souls. With arms outstretched in reverence, Ani seeks acceptance into Osiris' realm for an everlasting existence. Among other intriguing depictions found on this papyrus are scenes such as "Ani Ploughing, " which symbolizes rebirth and renewal; "Mourners Ancient Egyptian Funeral Procession, " illustrating mourning customs during funerals; and "A man and his wife making offerings to Osiris, " highlighting devotion towards deities even after death. Furthermore, we encounter fascinating representations like "Ani as a swallow" or two soul-birds (Bas). These images suggest that these winged creatures were thought to guide and protect Ani's soul throughout its journey beyond earthly realms. As we explore these intricate illustrations on the Papyrus of Ani, we gain insight into how ancient Egyptians perceived death not merely as an end but rather as a transition into another existence. Through their elaborate rituals and beliefs documented in this extraordinary artifact from over three thousand years ago, they sought eternal life by aligning themselves with divine forces while embracing moral righteousness.