The Egyptian Origins of Christianity Trailer - official movie trailer HD
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00:00As we grapple with religious conflicts that continue to divide humanity in the present era,
00:10recognizing our common origins fosters a sense of unity.
00:15By understanding the confluence of different cultural values that shape religions such as Christianity,
00:22we move closer to harmony and constructive dialogue between diverse faiths.
00:33Early Egyptian religion provided a compelling framework for the spiritual life of the Egyptians.
00:40The concept of divine legitimacy, wherein the Pharaoh was seen as God's representative on Earth,
00:47is enshrined in many surviving artifacts.
00:51Perhaps most intriguing is how Egyptian religious beliefs connected with the idea of an afterlife.
00:59The preservation of one's mortal remains through mummification and elaborate funeral rites
01:05ensured an eternal existence following death.
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