For the first time in the history of the world you can wear the Sesh Medew Netcher (Hieroglyphic) text of the Htp Di Nsw offering formula on your clothing or display it as home decor. This text can be found throughout Kemet (called Egypt by the Greeks) across a timespan of several thousand years! It is now available again to those who feel “Kemet Lives” in the West.

The Htp Di Nsw offering formula was a common offering formula found on Kemetic funerary objects, believed to allow the deceased to partake in offerings presented to the major deities in the name of the king, or in offerings presented directly to the Ancestors.

The formula begins with the words "an offering given by the king" followed by the name of a Netcher (nature/divine energy/aspect of the Creator) and a list of offerings given. The offering formula is usually found carved or painted onto funerary stelae, false doors, coffins, and sometimes other funerary objects. It is of primary importance to note that each person had their own name and titles put into the formula. The offering formula was not limited to the elite, it was used by anyone who could afford the inscription.

Today most, if not all, spiritual systems on the vast continent of Africa continue the tradition of presenting offerings to the Ancestors throughout one’s life in addition to the funerary process. In fact, spiritual systems throughout the world exhibit many similar characteristics.

Every Kemet Lives design is inspired by the rich culture, history and writings of our ancient African Ancestors.  Our apparel designs are more than a fashion statement–our home decor is much more than “decor”--and our artworks are much more than “art”. 

Wearing a Kemet Lives hoodie, sweatshirt or tee, accomplishes three things:  1)  proclaims your pride for African culture while recognizing your unlimited potential for greatness;  2)  announces to the Ancestors that their call has been heard and you are open to receive their wise counsel; and 3)  shares with family, community and friends that the ancient Africans of Kemet, and prior civilizations, were the most preeminent scientists, inventors, world explorers and civilization builders the world has ever known.

How often are you surprised to learn of the genius and accomplishments of African people today.  We are an amazing people even while under astonishing levels of oppression and destruction.  At Kemet Lives we know why–it is because Kemet Lives in us.  The greatness of Kemet lives within us.  Kemet Lives in every person of African descent around the world.

We created the “Kemet Lives” brand because we know that Kemet lives in us.  Buy a Kemet Lives hoodie, tee shirt, artwork, blanket or mug to celebrate your pride in Black people and culture or learn the language of the Kemet (called hieroglyphics by the Greeks).  If you don’t see something to purchase today, stay in touch by joining the newsletter and following us on Instagram/Facebook. @KemetLives.  We are sincerely interested in your feedback–let us know what you would like to see or how we can improve.  We have many designs in the pipeline and are optimistic that one of our future designs will appeal to you.

Product Description

A sturdy and warm sweatshirt bound to keep you warm in the colder months. A pre-shrunk, classic fit sweater that’s made with air-jet spun yarn for a soft feel.

• 50% cotton, 50% polyester
• Pre-shrunk
• Classic fit
• 1x1 athletic rib knit collar with spandex
• Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel
• Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem

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