"There is but little room for doubt that Egypt led the way in the creation of the earliest known group of civilizations which arose on both sides of the land bridge between Africa and Eurasia in the fourth millennium B.C. "
- James H. Breasted
1.) There are many objects that we use daily, such as makeup, deodorant, and toothpaste, that have been invented or used by the Egyptions.
2.) Among the first people to create writing, ink, and paper, were the Egyptions.
3.) "Ancient Egyptians were the first holistic health practitioners. They treated the whole person, physically, mentally, and spiritually. Remedies ranged from herbal and magic medicine to surgery."
4.) They performed circumsicions and pregnancy tests in Egypt.
5.) Their practice of mummification made them excel in anatomy.
6.) Some Egyption inventions include, the 365 days in a year, and the 24-hour day.
7.) The first known labor strike was organized by Egyptions.
8.) One of the earliest known wine cellars was discovered in Egypt.
http://www.all-about-egypt.com/interesting-facts-about-ancient-egypt.html
It is amazing that we have accumulated so much around us, but very rarely do we know where it truly came from. Hopefully this small insight in Egypt's exciting history has compelled you to look at the world a little differently, I know I have.
That was a very interesting article. I have to admit that I did not realize that the Egyptians invented so many things that we still use today.
ReplyDeleteI was unaware how advanced Egyptians were. Using deodorant and toothpaste, amazes me to know end. Egyptians obviously took great pride in their body and mind.
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