A Mummies Right to Freedom of Religion
To what extent should the public consider religious preferences of ancient civilizations. For many years in dealing with Native Americans, the U.S. has sought to restore and preserve religious space for our predecessors in this country. Does the same apply for respecting the religious burial rights of the ancient Egyptians?
Freedom for religious preference has been in high demand lately, even when two or more religions contradict in such a way that coexistence seems impossible. Is human society advanced enough to manage the details of polyvalent religions both modern and ancient? It seems that some difficult lines will have to be drawn as priorities are unveiled. This article has some interesting insight on the issue by researchers in the field, who raise interesting perspectives on the character and reputation of an historical figure, such as Tutankhamun, who has a certain reputation among modern scholars and hobbyists, not to mention fourth grade history classes.
http://www.newscientist.com/article/mg20727774.600-do-egyptian-mummies-have-a-right-to-privacy.html
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