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In History / High School | 2014-11-13

Why did the Egyptians mummify bodies?

A. They wanted to keep the dead near them.
B. They worshipped their dead ancestors.
C. They believed humans would need their bodies in the afterlife.
D. They believed mummies had magical powers.

Asked by ZacharyGorzynski456

Answer (3)

C. They believed humans would need their bodies in the afterlife. They also buried all their belongings along with them because they believed you will be able to use it in the afterlife

Answered by Yunuzaj | 2024-06-10

C. They believed humans would need their bodies in the afterlife.

Answered by lashawnford173 | 2024-06-11

The Egyptians mummified bodies primarily because they believed that humans needed their physical forms in the afterlife. The mummification process preserved the body for this spiritual journey, along with items to support the deceased. Therefore, the correct answer is C. They believed humans would need their bodies in the afterlife.
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Answered by Yunuzaj | 2024-12-28

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