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The article "Learning Through Practice: On How Kemyt Contributed to Crafting and Transmitting Scribal Knowledge" by Aurore Motte examines the practices of ancient Egyptian scribes and how they transmitted their knowledge. It analyzes the structure of the Kemyt text and the choice of ink and writing direction used. It is determined that there was a complex network of scribes who contributed to the development and transmission of written knowledge. The Kemyt text has been found in various materials and regions of Egypt and describes different features of the Kemyt specimens found in Deir el-Medina. Various types of corrections and revisions in Egyptian literary texts are also described. The texts demonstrate the changes in literary culture during the New Kingdom. Various aspects of Egyptian script and language are also addressed. [Extracted from the article]

The ancient Egyptian herbal literature is sparsely documented, but recently an herbal treatise has been discovered that provides new information about ancient Egyptian medical practice. The treatise deals exclusively with a single plant and its seed, representing a specialized subtype of the herbal genre. There are also demotic papyri and isolated herbal entries that use similar constructions. The herbal books contain information about the use of herbs for treating snake bites and other injuries. It is believed that the herbal books belong to the Egyptian tradition and were already standardized in the New Kingdom. There are also indications of the use of non-native plants in Egypt. The social contexts of the herbal books are largely unknown, but they were likely used both in temples and in private households. It is believed that knowledge about plants was mainly transmitted orally, but was also documented in writing. The article also discusses the identification of plants and seeds in ancient Egyptian remedies. However, the exact identification of some plants remains unclear. The article also discusses the plant snw-p.t in ancient Egypt, which may have been imported from abroad. The article provides an overview of the herbal genre in ancient Egypt and presents various sources and texts on this topic. [Extracted from the article]

The study by Georgia Barker examines the representation of the tomb owner in wall paintings and burial models in ancient Egypt. In wall paintings, the tomb owner plays a dominant role, while in models, he rarely appears. The differences are attributed to technical characteristics and the location of the two media in the tomb. The representation of the tomb owner in the models is mainly limited to boats, accounts, and music. The study shows that the representation of the tomb owner depends on cultural and technical factors. [Extracted from the article]

The article describes hieratic ostraca from Gurna, which are kept in the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Cairo. These ostraca probably date back to the 18th Dynasty and the Ramesside period and deal with various administrative topics. The article also provides information about the temple of Thutmose IV in Gurna and the archaeological mission of Edda Bresciani. Various titles and terms related to gemstone manufacturers and chariot builders are discussed. Additionally, ostraca are described that contain lists of goods and employee markings. The list also includes a variety of sources and publications on various aspects of ancient Egypt. [Extracted from the article]

The article "À propos du titre jry nfr- ḥȝ. t, « préposé à celui à l'avant parfait »" examines the title jry nfr- ḥȝ. t in ancient Egypt. The goal is to identify all individuals who held this title from the Old Kingdom to the Late Period. The investigation of the individuals who held this title can help understand the meaning of the expression jry nfr- ḥȝ. t. The article also includes an etymological analysis of the title and a list of the individuals who held it. The title was widespread during the 5th and 6th dynasties in the Memphis region and later used in the provinces as well. In the New Kingdom, only two individuals held this title, including Sénenmout, who was closely associated with Queen Hatshepsut. In the Saite period, the title is held by Haroua and Horménekhib, who have close connections to royal authority. In the Ptolemaic period, the title no longer has significance but is mentioned as one of the seven creation words of the goddess Neith. The title is also used in connection with the goddess Tasentnéféret. There are various interpretations of the title, including its meaning as a wig or as a designation for the wearer of the diadem in royal attire. This study examines the title "jry nfr- ḥȝ. t" and its bearers. It is determined that this title is associated with the king and his court and is associated with the care of the royal headdress. The bearers of the title could be either hairdressers or stylists. The title "jry nfr- ḥȝ. t" has been used since the 5th Dynasty and was associated with political-religious functions. In the Saite period, the title was also bestowed upon relatives of the divine worshippers. The title was mainly used in connection with royal temples and cults. The article includes a list of references to various publications and research works in the field of Egyptian archaeology and Egyptology. It lists various authors, books, and journal articles that deal with topics such as Egyptian statues, theology, Egyptian dictionaries, excavations in Giza and Saqqara, official titles in the Old Kingdom, hieroglyphic texts, and other Egyptian subjects. It also features some illustrations of Egyptian artifacts. [Extracted from the article]