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SAILING TO THE AFTERLIFE In ancient Egyptian belief, the boat to the afterlife symbolized the soul’s journey through the underworld (Duat) to achieve eternal life. The Solar Barque of Ra carried souls at night, battling dangers until rebirth with the sunrise, while the Boat of Osiris transported those who passed judgment to the realm of the dead. Equipped with spells from the Book of the Dead, the deceased navigated perils on this voyage. The boat represented transition, rebirth, and harmony bet