Egyptian Gods & Afterlife: Focus on Osiris

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Egyptian Gods & Afterlife: Focus on Osiris

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to Osiris and the Afterlife

Source A: Description of the Egyptian afterlife 'The Egyptians believed that after death, the soul would journey to the afterlife, where they would be judged by Osiris. If deemed worthy, they would live forever in a peaceful existence.' Provenance: Ancient Egyptian religious texts, 1500 BCE.

1.
Define the term 'Osiris' based on the context provided.
[2 marks]
2.
Explain the role of Osiris in the Egyptian belief of the afterlife.
[3 marks]
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Vocabulary and Key Concepts

Key Terms:

  • Osiris: The Egyptian god of the dead, resurrection, and judge of the afterlife.
  • Ka: The spiritual part of a person that lives on after death.
  • Mummy: Preserved body of a dead person, important in Egyptian burial practices.
  • Judgment: The process where Osiris weighs the heart against the feather of Ma'at.
  • Afterlife: The life after death that Egyptians believed in.

Source B: Explanation of Egyptian beliefs 'The Egyptians believed that the soul would face judgment by Osiris, and only those who passed the test would enjoy eternal life.' Provenance: Ancient religious texts, 1300 BCE.

1.
Compare the concepts of 'Ka' and 'Judgment' in Egyptian beliefs.
[3 marks]
2.
Outline why mummification was important in Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife.
[3 marks]
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Analysis of Osiris' Significance

Source C: Reflection on Osiris' role 'Osiris not only judged the dead but also symbolized rebirth and renewal, embodying the cycle of life and death.' Provenance: Egyptian religious scholar, 19th century.

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Analyse how Osiris symbolized both judgment and rebirth in Egyptian religion.
[5 marks]
2.
Compare the depiction of Osiris in ancient texts with modern interpretations.
[5 marks]

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1/1/2026
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