Ancient Egypt and Disability

Ancient Egyptian society was more accepting and inclusive of disability
than many contemporary societies. Disabled people were integrated
into the community, working alongside non-disabled people as scribes,
musicians, craftsmen, or labourers. They sometimes held titles as high as
pharaoh (king) and were well represented in high positions within royal
courts. Disabled people were also featured in art and texts and even
within the pantheon of the gods. Including the god Ptah, who Egypt is
named after, and Horus who represents the power of the pharaoh.