Days in Ancient Egyptian Calendar

The Ancient Egyptian calendar was based on the observation of astronomical events and the natural cycles of the Nile River. It consisted of 12 months of 30 days each, with an additional 5 or 6 “epagomenal” days at the end of the year. Each month was divided into three “weeks” or “decans” of 10 days each. The beginning of the year was famous  by the heliacal rising of Sirius, the brightest star in the sky. Which usually occurred in mid-July.

The months in the Ancient Egyptian calendar were famous after important agricultural and religious events. Such as the flooding of the Nile, the harvesting of crops.  The worship of specific deities. For example, the first month, Thoth, was famous after the god of wisdom and knowledge. It was associated with the beginning of the agricultural cycle. The second month, Paopi, was famous  after the god Osiris and was associated with the flooding of the Nile. Which marked the beginning of the planting season.

The Ancient Egyptians also used a variety of astronomical observations and calculations

They used it to determine the precise timing of important events. Such as the heliacal rising of Sirius and the solstices and equinoxes. They had a sophisticated understanding of the movement of the sun, moon, and stars and used this knowledge to create a highly accurate calendar that remained in use for thousands of years. In addition to its practical purposes.

The calendar was to determine the dates of festivals and religious rituals. Such as the Festival of Opet and the Wepet Renpet (“Opening of the Year”) ceremony. It also played an important role in the mythology of the Ancient Egyptians. Who believed that the sun god Ra sailed across the sky in a boat for 12 hours each day. Corresponding to the 12 months of the year.

Overall

The Ancient Egyptian calendar was a complex and highly sophisticated system that reflected the deep connection between the natural world, the cosmos, and human culture and religion. Although it has long been replaced by the modern Western calendar. It remains a fascinating and important part of ancient history and culture.