Kissing the earth’ scene in Pashedu Tomb

A notable scene of a kneeling ritual, known as 'kissing the earth,' was identified in the tomb of scribe Pashedu at Deir el-Medina Necropolis, dating to the reigns of King Seti I and Ramses II. This ritual, also performed by high priests entering temple sanctuaries, reflects deep-rooted Ancient Egyptian religious practices. The study analyzes this scene, drawing from multiple perspectives that suggest it may represent acts of prayer or water drinking rituals. By examining Pashedu's tomb, the research sheds light on the symbolic significance and daily religious practices in Ancient Egypt.

Abdel Hamid, D. (2016). Kissing the earth’ scene in Pashedu Tomb. Journal of Association of Arab Universities for Tourism and Hospitality, 13(4), 1–10. https://doi.org/10.21608/jaauth.2016.53832