Hieratic (Noun)
Meaning
A cursive form of Egyptian hieroglyphics; used especially by the priests.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The scribe carefully transcribed the sacred text into hieratic script, a cursive form of the ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics.
- The hieratic writing system was the primary form of written communication for the priestly class.
- Only a select few were trained in the art of reading and writing hieratic, a script that held great spiritual significance.
- The discovery of the hieratic texts in the tomb provided invaluable insights into the rituals and practices of ancient Egyptian priests.
- The hieratic papyri were carefully unrolled and deciphered, revealing a wealth of information about the daily life and worship of the ancient Egyptians.