Egyptians Predicted 'The Simpsons': Marge Seemingly Depicted On A 3,000-Year-Old Sarcophagus

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Archaeologists have uncovered a 3,000-year-old Egyptian sarcophagus featuring an image strikingly similar to Marge Simpson, one of the most iconic characters from the popular animated series “The Simpsons.” Although the sarcophagus was found in early 2023, the news went viral this week due to comparisons circulating on social media.

The discovery took place in an ancient cemetery in Minya, Egypt, believed to be the final resting place for high-ranking officials and priests of the New Kingdom. According to Dr. Mustafa Waziri, Secretary-General of Egypt’s Supreme Council of Antiquities, the sarcophagi found in this cemetery contain amulets, ornaments, and mummies with rich designs.

Marge Simpson In Ancient Egypt

The sarcophagus in question belongs to Tadi Ist, the daughter of the high priest of Djehouti. The upper lid of the sarcophagus depicts a woman with a yellowish complexion, wearing a green dress and a tall blue crown, which many have noted closely resembles Marge Simpson's iconic blue hair and strapless dress.

A Reddit user joked about this being "the only documented time in history where The Simpsons didn't do it first.

The Simpsons In Egypt: A Viral Discovery

The sarcophagus was discovered in early 2023, but it’s only recently that the image on the lid has gained attention on social media, generating comments and laughter. Reddit users have compared the image to Marge Simpson, highlighting the similarity between the blue crown and the animated character’s hairstyle.

"Obviously Matt Groening is a 33rd degree mason and has telekinetic communication with creatures outside of our realms of understanding to conjure a character such as Marge to be based from a 3000 year old Ancient Egyptian painting, there are probably other Simpson characters Groening has created based on unrecovered Ancient Egyptian art," one Reddit user humorously suggested, implying a connection between “The Simpsons” creator and ancient Egyptian art.

The Importance Of The Discovery

Beyond the humorous comparisons, this discovery holds great value for historians and archaeologists. According to the Supreme Council of Antiquities of Egypt, New Kingdom sarcophagi typically feature lids with carvings and paintings representing the deceased, deities, and scenes from the Book of the Dead.

"Such discoveries are crucial for historians and archaeologists in reconstructing the timeline of the 20th Dynasty, understanding the socio-economic conditions, and the cultural and religious practices of the period," said a blog post from TheArchaeologist.org.

The find also includes other artifacts, such as a papyrus approximately 16 to 18 meters long discussing the Book of the Dead, along with funerary figures and canopic jars.

This unexpected intersection between pop culture and ancient Egyptian civilization has captured the public’s imagination, demonstrating how certain artistic styles can resonate across millennia. While the resemblance to Marge Simpson is an amusing conversation point, the discovery also offers valuable insights into the funerary and artistic practices of ancient Egypt.

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