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Ancient Egypt's Stairway to Heaven?

In the vast tapestry of the night sky, the Milky Way stands as a celestial marvel, captivating the imaginations of cultures across the globe for millennia. From ancient times to the present day, interpretations of this luminous band have varied widely, ranging from a celestial river ferrying departed souls to the realm of the afterlife, to the ethereal birthplace of divine beings.

Yet, despite the wealth of historical records and decades of scholarly inquiry, the perspective of the ancient Egyptians on the Milky Way has remained elusive, shrouded in mystery and conjecture.

Enter Dr. Or Graur, a distinguished Associate Professor of Astrophysics at the University of Portsmouth and a Research Associate at the American Museum of Natural History. Armed with a relentless curiosity and a keen intellect, Dr. Graur embarked on a quest to unravel the enigma of the ancient Egyptian view of the Milky Way.

In a groundbreaking revelation, Dr. Graur has unveiled a compelling link between the celestial spectacle of the Milky Way and the ancient Egyptian goddess, Nut. Through meticulous analysis of mythological texts and astronomical observations, Dr. Graur has illuminated a previously unseen connection that sheds new light on the cosmological beliefs of ancient Egypt.

To delve deeper into this fascinating discovery and uncover the hidden wisdom of the ancient Egyptians, we invite you to watch the video below. Join Dr. Or Graur on a journey through time and space as he unveils the secrets of the cosmos and unlocks the mysteries of one of humanity's oldest and most enduring celestial wonders.