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Cremation In Ancient Egypt

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For the burial process cremation is usually forbidden, for it is desecrating the body. The body is not buried in a casket and may not have any possessions with it.
The most common language in Egypt is Standard Arabic. Standard Arabic is taught in schools and used in books, newspapers, and television.
The native language is Egyptian Arabic. It is known as the second language by many Arabs.
Before 1952 Egypt was a British colony, because of this many Egyptians learn English in school as well.
Egyptians tend to be very friendly and tactile in conversations.
When meeting someone it is common to shake hands with a person of the same sex. A kiss on the cheek is often involved as well.
Egyptians tend to speak at a close distance. When talking, it

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