The History of Funeral Service: Canopic Jars

Question 0

1. Mestha

Man Headed

Answer 0

Mestha Canopic jar protected the stomach and large intestine

Question 1

The four Canopic jars represented the four sons of Horus

Answer 1

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Question 2

2. Tuamutef

Jackal headed

Answer 2

The tuamutef Canopic jar protected the heart and lungs

Question 3

3. Qebhsennuf

Hawk Headed

Answer 3

The qehsennuf Canopic jar protected the liver and gall bladder. He was hawk headed to resemble his dad Horus

Question 4

4. Hapi

Dog Headed

Answer 4

The Hapi Canopic jar protected the small intestines