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Weighing of the Heart
Ani, recently dead, is judged in the Underworld where his heart is weighed
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Dead Heart Judged Recently Underworld Weighed Weighing
20x30 inch Poster Print
Discover the captivating allure of the "Weighing of the Heart" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us to the enigmatic underworld of ancient Egypt, where Anubis, the jackal-headed god of mummification and the dead, meticulously examines the heart of the recently deceased Ani. With unwavering intensity, the god measures the heart against the feather of Ma'at, the goddess of truth and justice, to determine Ani's worthiness for entry into the afterlife. This spellbinding poster print is a mesmerizing testament to the rich cultural heritage of Egypt, and a stunning addition to any home or office space. Immerse yourself in the intrigue and mystery of this ancient mythology, and let the "Weighing of the Heart" print inspire your imagination.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image portrays the ancient Egyptian ritual of the Weighing of the Heart, a crucial aspect of the judgment of the deceased in the afterlife. In Egyptian mythology, the heart of the recently deceased, represented by the figure in the foreground, was believed to be weighed against the Feather of Ma'at, the goddess of truth and justice, in the Underworld. The heart, symbolizing the individual's moral character and actions during their lifetime, was weighed to determine their worthiness for entry into the afterlife. Ani, the mummified figure, is depicted with his arms outstretched, as if in submission, before the gods Osiris, Thoth, and Anubis. Osiris, the god of the dead, presides over the judgment, while Thoth, the god of wisdom and knowledge, records the outcome. Anubis, the god of mummification and the afterlife, holds the Feather of Ma'at, which represents the standard of righteousness. The heart of Ani is shown in the balance pan, while the soul, represented by a ba bird, hovers above, watching anxiously as the scales tip one way or the other. If the heart was lighter than the feather, the soul was granted entry into the afterlife and eternal happiness. If the heart was heavier, it was devoured by the demon Ammit, and the soul was denied entry. This powerful and evocative image offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich and complex beliefs of ancient Egyptian religion and their understanding of the afterlife. The Weighing of the Heart was a deeply significant ritual, reflecting the Egyptians' belief in the importance of moral conduct and the balance between good and evil in the human experience.
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