Life and Death in Ancient Egypt: Journey to the Afterlife (Day 3) Lesson Focus Question What was the role of religion in ancient Egypt? Journey to the Afterlife: Video Selections Today we will continue to investigate ancient Egyptian religious beliefs, specifically as they relate to beliefs about the afterlife. We will also continue to examine multiple sources; today our sources include a variety of videos. As you watch the videos, continue to to take notes using the document Journey to the Afterlife - Study Guide. The first video provides an overview of ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife, with a special focus on the role and importance of tombs. The next video explains the mummification process. Now we will watch in excerpt of a video examining role of the Book of the Dead and the journey through the underworld. Homework Complete your Journey to the Afterlife - StudyGuide. Due: Friday, December 16.