EditorialRhind Mathematical Papyrus. A number of documents have survived that allow us insight into the ancient Egyptians' approach to mathematics. This papyrus is the most extensive. It is not a theoretical treatise, but a list of practical problems encountere...
EditorialAn artist’s rendering of the OSIRIS-REX spacecraft descending toward the asteroid Bennu to collect a surface sample. (NASA/Goddard/University of Arizona via The New York Times)
EditorialCowroid Seal Amulet with the Name of the Hyksos King Apophis, Second Intermediate Period, Dynasty 15, reign of Apophis, ca. 15811541 B.C., From Egypt, Eastern Delta, Steatite, white glaze, l.1.7 cm (11/16 in).
EditorialRam-head (see also 08-01-14 / 17) and ichneumon, a small carnivorous animal related to the mongoose; it is sacred to the god of creation, Atum of Heliopolis because it kills the demon serpent Apophis. Green schist, L: 28 cm, Late Period, 6th-4th BCE.
EditorialRhind Mathematical Papyrus. A number of documents have survived that allow us insight into the ancient Egyptians' approach to mathematics. This papyrus is the most extensive. It is not a theoretical treatise, but a list of practical problems encountere...
EditorialRam-head (see also 08-01-14 / 17) and ichneumon, a small carnivorous animal related to the mongoose; it is sacred to the god of creation, Atum of Heliopolis because it kills the demon serpent Apophis. Green schist, L: 28 cm, Late Period, 6th-4th BCE.
EditorialRhind Mathematical Papyrus. A number of documents have survived that allow us insight into the ancient Egyptians' approach to mathematics. This papyrus is the most extensive. It is not a theoretical treatise, but a list of practical problems encountere...
EditorialThe sun boat defeats the serpent Apophis.21-22 dynasty. A leaf from the Book of the Dead of Imenemsauf. Papyrus and paint, H:38,3 cm, total L:448 cm N 3292.
EditorialRam-head (see also 08-01-14 / 17) and ichneumon, a small carnivorous animal related to the mongoose; it is sacred to the god of creation, Atum of Heliopolis because it kills the demon serpent Apophis. Green schist, L: 28 cm, Late Period, 6th-4th BCE.