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Papyrus fragment of Homer’s Iliad found in 1600–year-old mummy is first time literature is discovered in a burial
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Papyrus fragment of Homer’s Iliad found in 1600–year-old mummy is first time literature is discovered in a burial

So, can you believe it? A 1,600-year-old mummy was found with a fragment of Homer’s Iliad, marking a groundbreaking moment in archaeology! This is the first time literature has been discovered in a burial, rather than just magical texts. The papyrus was placed on the mummy's abdomen, suggesting a fascinating blend of Greek literature and ancient funerary practices. It really opens up new perspectives on how Greek culture spread and was integrated into different traditions.
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