"Milky Way Goddess: Ancient Egyptian Astronomy Unveiled"
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Astrophysicist Or Graur's study suggests a potential link between the ancient Egyptian sky goddess Nut and the Milky Way, shedding new light on how the ancient Egyptians viewed our galaxy. By combining modern astronomical simulations with ancient Egyptian texts, Graur proposes that the appearance of the Milky Way in the night sky aligns with the description of Nut in the Book of Nut, indicating a symbolic connection. While not providing definitive proof, the study offers an intriguing interpretation and fits into a larger framework of Milky Way creation stories across cultures.
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