The Lamentations of Isis and Nephthys

Text: P. Berlin 3008 Date: 2nd century B.C.Language: HieraticTranslated by: R.O. FaulknerFormat: see key to translationsThe content of this recitation is similar to the Songs of Isis and Nephthys. Both were designed to be performed at religious festivals; but being shorter, the Lamentations were also suitable to be used as a funeral text.The translation is by R.O. Faulkner, in Mélanges Maspero - 1934, pp.337-348 ( archive.org ); the language has been updated in many places.#Isis #Nephthys #AncienEgyptDiventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/l-antica-sapienza-egizia--3571682/support.