Check out an overview of ancient Egyptian funerary beliefs and practices, including mummification. Includes photos and inscription translations.

Read an essay detailing the religion and burial rites of the ancient Egyptians. Also offers a quiz and a gallery of photographs.

Learn about the historical and cultural relevance of music in the funeral rituals of the African Dogon culture.

Check out a complete English translation of the Egyptian Book of the Dead, which documents ancient Egyptian death rituals and beliefs.

Find details on the complex burial ceremonies of the African tribe. Elaborates on the animal sacrifices and discusses the roles of mourners.

Detailed thesis explores the death and funeral rituals performed and required of widows of the Igbo society.

Easy to read guide to mummies includes descriptions of the more famous kings, embalming processes, and beliefs on the afterlife.