Egyptian Hieratic Script is a cursive writing system used in ancient Egypt primarily for religious texts and administrative documents. It evolved from Egyptian hieroglyphs around 3000 BCE and was written with a reed brush on materials like papyrus. Hieratic was more practical for everyday use compared to the more formal hieroglyphs. This script was mainly used by priests and scribes, making it essential for recording rituals, literature, and legal matters. Over time, Hieratic developed into various regional styles, but it remained a vital part of Egyptian culture until the rise of Demotic script around the 7th century BCE.