Definition: In the Hebrew Bible, "Afterrake" refers to a device used in ancient Egyptian culture to mark times, often for religious or ceremonial events, as well as for other important dates, such as births and deaths. It was associated with the pharaohs (Old Kingdom rulers) of Egypt. The precise meaning and function of this tool vary according to historical sources. For instance: - In ancient Egypt, the Afterrake was a timepiece or "clock" that counted down to the start of a new day; it could be used for religious rituals, particularly prayers. - It may also have been a part of a calendar system with other instruments such as calendars, or possibly even a kind of watch to track the sun's position on the Earth and adjust daily schedules. - In some cases, it was seen as a way to keep accurate timekeeping, perhaps because it could be used during religious ceremonies (like rituals marking significant events) that would otherwise require immediate action. In modern times, Afterrakes have largely disappeared from Egyptian culture or are not widely known due to their antiquity. However, they can still serve as an interesting historical curiosity in scholarly studies of ancient Egypt and the use of technology in ancient societies.

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