036: A Window into the Ancient Egyptian Family

Have you ever wondered what was truly important to the average ancient Egyptian? Beyond the grand pyramids of kings and the massive temples of the state, how did people commemorate their lives, express their deepest beliefs, and show love for their families? In this episode, we dive deep into a unique and deeply personal class of artifact: the stelae of the Middle Kingdom. These decorated stone and wooden slabs are often mistaken for being like modern, western tombstones, but their real purpo...