الفهرس 
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Abstract
Magic had permeated all areas of civilization in ancient Egypt, the practice of magic was fundamental to their religious believes because it represented a divine power and a sacred science.
Ancient Egyptians magic was of two kinds, it was used for protection and for cursing the enemies of the Egyptian state.
The main subject of this study is the curse rituals which accompanied the performance of curse magic.
Aim of the study:
1- To discuss the concept of curse rituals in ancient Egyptian life.
2- To describe how curse rituals were employed in ancient Egypt.
Conclusion:
The ancient Egyptians believed that magic was the key to enable them to attain wisdom, and there was not great distinction between magic and religion. Magic was regarded as a sacred science and the creative force that helped creating the universe.
The ancient Egyptians had the belief of fighting against any evil force that might disturb the cosmic order. Curse magic was a tool to control evil forces. Execration rituals arouse due to the need for a more substantial defense against evil. Curse magic in ancient Egypt was defined with the term Execration. Execration rituals were directed towards actual or potential political enemies. Ancient Egyptians used magical cursing rituals to control the enemies of Egypt and the King as well as their own personal enemies.
Execration rituals were to ensure Egypt’s internal stability and Egypt’s external dominance; they are confirmed since the Old Kingdome.
The use of figurines was an important part of execration rituals as they represented a substitute model for the enemies and it was believed that whatever misfortune happened to the figurines would also happen to the intended victims.