Experiencing Emotional Pain in Ancient Egypt

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1 Ph.D Researcher, Faculty of Tourism and Hotel Management

2 Tourism Guidance Department, Faculty of Tourism and Hotel Management, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt.

3 Tourism Guidance, Faculty of Tourism and Hotel Management, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt

Abstract

In all civilizations, emotions are considered the key to human personality. They are reflections of life experiences expressed through facial or verbal expressions, and physical attitudes. In ancient times, the heart was considered the seat of sensations and consciousness; therefore, people believed that pain and pleasure were mainly experienced in the heart. For the ancient Egyptians, emotional pain was a complex phenomenon deeply intertwined with the cultural, spiritual, and social aspects of their society. Unlike contemporary understandings that often categorize emotional suffering, the ancient Egyptians viewed emotional pain as an integral aspect of human existence, closely linked to their concept of Maat. Furthermore, the ancient Egyptians expressed their psychological pain through various forms of art, literature, and religious practices. By examining these dimensions through various texts and practices, we gain insight into how ancient Egyptians navigated their emotional landscapes within the broader context of their beliefs about life, death, and cosmic order. Therefore, the study of emotional pain in ancient Egypt is crucial to understanding their perception of suffering and its impact on their daily lives.

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