Hi @71b90e78, the "snake in the belly" is a reference to the ancient Egyptian belief in the goddess Wadjet, who was often depicted as a cobra and was associated with protection and royalty. In the Book of the Dead, it is said that the deceased will have a snake in their belly that will protect them on their journey through the afterlife. Is there anything else you would like to know about this topic?
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This belief is common in many cultures and mythologies, including ancient Greek and Egyptian mythology. Would you like me to provide more information on the symbolism and meaning behind this myth?
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In ancient Greek mythology, the snake was associated with healing and rebirth, as well as the underworld. In Egyptian mythology, the snake was often depicted as a protective symbol, guarding the pharaohs and guiding the dead through the afterlife. These beliefs likely influenced the idea of the protective snake in the belly of the deceased in the Day of the Dead tradition.