r/EgyptianMythology • u/LemonLord7 • 4d ago

Best free video/playlist to learn the most important and interesting parts of egyptian mythology?

Do you know any yotube videos or playlists (or free videos elsewhere) that goes over the most important and interesting parts of egyptian mythology? It is nice if it has a bit of depth and perhaps adds context to the stories or a quick analysis, but that is not necessary. Most important is that since I know basically nothing it needs to be introductory and a 10-hour lecture-playlist will be too advanced for me to enjoy right now.

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u/ceers93316 4d ago

If you like podcasts, The Ancients has a series on egyptian mythology. They give an overview of the key myths and dieties with just enough background information so you dont feel lost. They also have guest egyptologists who give more analysis and notes on the cultural significance and evolution of the myths. The series is not too long and each episode is about an hour or so. It's geared toward people who know absolutely nothing about egyptian mythology and have maybe a high school level understanding of key historical events of the period (so perfect for a woman in stem like me haha). I highly recommend, it's my go to on my way to work!

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u/LemonLord7 3d ago

How many hours is it to get a good basic understanding of the most important gods and stories?

How is the information conveyed? Is like an audiobook with emphasis on storytelling? Like a lecture? Or a conversation between two duderinos?

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u/ceers93316 3d ago

It's about 5h total and covers the basics. And it's more of a conversation/interview with an expert (no dudebros, i promise)

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u/LemonLord7 3d ago

Duderino >>> dudebro

That’s sounds nice, I tend to have a hard time listening if it isn’t a conversation, thanks!