Egypt - Protection Against Enemies - Book of the Dead

Spell 5 in the Book of the Dead is a protective invocation aimed at safeguarding the deceased from enemies, both physical and spiritual, in the afterlife. Ancient Egyptians believed the afterlife was fraught with dangers, including malevolent entities, rival spirits, and harmful forces. This spell provided a magical shield to repel these threats and ensure the deceased's safe passage through the underworld.

O you enemies of [Name of the Deceased], fall back! Your arms are bound, and your heads are cut off. You shall have no power to harm [Name of the Deceased] or disrupt their journey. I am under the protection of the great gods, and my steps are guided by Ma’at. I walk unscathed, for I am in harmony with the divine order.