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Popular modern myth says that ancient Egyptians took oaths while holding an onion, even adding symbolic meanings to the shape of the onion (eternity and so on).
Sadly this "fact" does not stand up to close investigation: any gardener knows that onions are not available out of season and even when dried will not last right through to next growing season - meaning that there must be times when no onions were available. There is no evidence for the Egyptians drying onions to preserve them. Nobody has explained why a supposed symbol of eternity should have any connection with taking an oath; eternity was all about the afterlife, the realm of the dead and the enduring spirit. Further, none of the people quoting this "fact" give an original Egyptian source for it - they simply quote what someone else has said in modern times. This is exactly how popular fake facts are distributed.
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On what vegetable did an ancient Egyptian place his right hand when taken?
On what vegetable did an ancient Egyptian place his right hand when taking an oath? The Onion. It's round shape symbolized eternity.
What kind of heat transfer is taking place when holding a snowball in your hand?
That is conduction
What does the Egyptian god Ra hold in his hand?
its an ankh
What show is taking the place of wizards of Waverly place?
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The first martial art to be found?
Egyptian boxing. They trained and fought in these hand to hand matches.
What is method is used to harvest vegetable crops?
Vegetable crops such as broccoli, asparagus, celery, lettuce, and cabbage are still harvested largely by hand.
Can you sub vegetable oil instead of canola for baking if you have none on hand?
Yes.
Do all hand and body lotions contain vegetable oil?
no,i do no not think so
Where online can I buy hand guards for a mandolin vegetable slicer?
The very best place to start is at the Mandolin website they have a online store and a list of retailers that sell the products. As a old stand by you still have google market place. Thank you and i hope this helps.
What vegetable can't you trust with secrets?
wellt he vegetable you could not trust with a secretw ould be the one that you like but one th eother hand maybe a carrot
What does an Egyptian cross tattoo on the hand mean?
The Ankh, the Egyptian cross with a looped top, is a symbol of life. This does not mean that is how the person with the tattoo interprets it. When in doubt, ask.
From what Egyptian symbol did the letter K develop?
the letter K developed from the cupped hand
