The Egyptians Ancient Egypt Egypt and the Nile The Old Kingdom Building the Pyramids The Middle Kingdom Pharaohs The New Kingdom Religion Preparing for the Next World Towns and Cities Sculpture and Painting Craftsmen Writing Children and Education Farmers Trade and Ships Family Life Food and Drink Games and Hunting	Amulets An Egyptian mummy Magic charms, or amulets, were placed in the coffin to protect the mummy.   Previous: Back Book: The Egyptians Section: Ancient Egypt Chapter: Preparing for the Next World