Homer's Epic Found in Egyptian Mummy's Abdomen for the First Time, Rewriting Ancient Funerary History
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Archaeologists from the University of Barcelona have discovered a papyrus containing Homer's 'Iliad' inside the abdomen of a 1,600-year-old mummy in Egypt. This unprecedented finding marks the first time Greek literature was used in the embalming process, showcasing a blend of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman funerary traditions.