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Shesmu: The Lion-Headed God of Perfume and Execution

By Premiere Peau

In the theology of ancient Egypt, the same hands that pressed aromatic oils from flowers also pressed blood from human skulls.

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Kyphi: When the Egyptians Burned Sixteen Ingredients to Speak to the Gods

By Premiere Peau

At sunset, in the temples of ancient Egypt, a ritual began that would last for hours.

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