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Artists who created Egypt’s world-famous New Kingdom tombs lived the village of Deir el-Medina. In this free lecture, Yasmin El Shazly discusses the significance of ancestor worship at this village.
Yasmin El Shazly, Deputy Director for Research and Programs, American Research Center in Egypt
The Egyptian craftsmen and artists who created and decorated royal tombs during the New Kingdom period (ca. 1550–1070 BCE) lived in Deir el-Medina. Today, this well-preserved village is a key source of information about the daily lives, artistic practices, and religious traditions of ancient Egyptians. Yasmin El Shazly will discuss the importance of ancestor worship in Deir el-Medina—particularly ... view more »
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