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References to Amduat in modern fiction: In the BBC television series Doctor Who, episode 82, Pyramids of Mars, the two principal characters discuss "the 740 gods whose names were recorded in the tomb of Thuthmose III." Whether the number 740 comes from some actual source, or the fancy of the writers, is undetermined. Presumably this list of gods refers to the Amduat.
I found this of some small interest and considered including it in the actual Amduat article. However, as it may be misinterpreted as contrary to the purpose of the article, I opted to place it here instead, for others to discuss and use in the future as they see fit. If others find more references to the Amduat in modern fiction, perhaps a combination of such examples could eventually find their way into the actual page.
Does amduat literally mean "that which is in the duat"? Thanks. --HilmarHansWerner (talk) 04:48, 10 January 2017 (UTC)
'm duat' translates as 'in the duat', so it's fair to say [that which is in] is implied, although as far as I know this term is a modern invention.
This article was the subject of a Wiki Education Foundation-supported course assignment, between 9 January 2024 and 22 March 2024. Further details are available on the course page. Student editor(s): Eggiee! (article contribs). Peer reviewers: Hippolotamus, Hush Muninn.
— Assignment last updated by Johnstoncl (talk) 18:18, 2 March 2024 (UTC)
I am adding my own contributions to the Amduat page, hopefully they are a good, thoughtful addition to the article! I really loved writing this article honestly, learning more about the Egyptian Underworld and how the stories about it are told is facsinating to me. Seeing the dedication and detail that was put into the walls and architecture of tombs with the Amduat was absolutely amazing. - Eggiee! March 15, 2024 — Preceding undated comment added 04:19, 16 March 2024 (UTC)
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