The Art and Evolution of Mummification From Ancient Egypt to Modern Practices

The Art and Evolution of Mummification From Ancient Egypt to Modern Practices

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Mummification refers to the method by which the tissues of a corpse can remain intact. This process of preservation may happen naturally or be performed through human intervention. Natural mummification happens when exposed to particular environments, such as glacial climates, acidic bogs, or dry environments. A notable type of intentional mummification originated in Egyptian history, where the deceased were covered in bandages to preserve their bodies and keep the body for the next world.

Mummified remains, whether human or animal, have been found in many parts of the world, often resulting from natural preservation or intentional rituals. In Egypt, more than a million animal mummies have been discovered, including a large number of cats. The Egyptian mummification techniques was rich in ritual. The brain was removed through the nose, and removed all major internal organs, except for the heart. This was because the heart played a key role in the afterlife rituals. The other organs were placed in canopic jars, which were buried with the mummy.

Today, mummification is being used differently as part of certain BDSM practices. Here, the concept of mummification has become a form of role-play, where one person, known as the "slave," is wrapped tightly by another, the "master." The nose is left uncovered for breathing. The wrapping materials range from duct tape, plastic wrap, to bandages. Although this practice retains the term mummification, in the BDSM context is focused on restraint and control rather than preserving the body.

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Mummification has transformed from its beginning in early death rituals to present-day practices within BDSM subcultures. While the traditional purpose was to preserve the body for the afterlife, today's version centers on role-playing. Even though they are different, both forms of mummification demonstrate a shared human interest in mastery, whether controlling life or death or in controlling others.