These have been reviewed recently by H. E. Winlock (“The Origin of the Ancient Egyptian Calendar”. Proc. American Philosophical Soc., 83, No. 3; 1940), introducing a further suggestion as to ...

According to Live Science, the discovery sheds new light on the ancient Egyptian celebration of Wepet Renpet, or the Opening of the Year, a festival that was central to their culture and calendar.

The Egyptian calendar was created around 4,800 years ago. It had 365 days in a year but no leap year. Therefore, the day of Wepet Renpet was subject to change based on the climactic seasons.

This celestial event heralded the start of the new year and the planting season, underscoring the profound connection between the Egyptian worldview and the rhythms of the natural world. Equally ...