The other night I had a very vivid dream. In my dream, I saw a far, far future generation of archaeologist digging up my grandmother’s grave in the cemetery. They claimed that this grave was chosen due to its large size, custom sculptured headstone. It seemed too elaborate for the time period given. They thought that she must have been someone who was very important.
I watched as they removed the cross necklace from around her neck, that I had placed there as a child at the time of her funeral. They said that they took it because it was made of gold and they thought it was valuable.
Is this now what is happening all around the world especially in Egypt? Long ago, archeologist were focused on knowledge, understanding, science, and historical validation. But in recent years, they seem to be more focused on fame and fortune. Sadly, they are selling the remains of the dead to museums, along with their departure gifts, and placing them on public display and charging admission for viewing. I feel that this is morally wrong. The dead deserve respect and should be allowed to rest in peace regardless of who they were in real life. The treasures belong to the dead not the living. What is your opinion?
Archaeology is glorified grave robbing! I can see the sense in research of ancient burial grounds, but knowing, in this time, that desecration of some sites is hugely disrespectful of the dead and any living relatives. Like you say Carole they have enough information now, there is no need to continue to desecrate these sites for the purpose of display to the world.
I truly appreciate your comment, Kevin. After my crazy dream, this issue has been constantly on my mind. I think that mankind has now lost all morals and values. Maybe the ancient Egyptians had some insight of what the future would be. This may be the reason that they placed all of the warnings and curses on some of the tombs. They wanted their ancestors to rest in peace undisturbed.