Maat is an ancient Egyptian concept representing truth, balance, order, and justice. It is often personified as a goddess who embodies these principles, playing a crucial role in maintaining harmony in the universe. The concept of Maat was central to Egyptian society, influencing their laws, ethics, and daily life. In the afterlife, the Weighing of the Heart ceremony involved weighing a deceased person's heart against the feather of Maat. If the heart was lighter, it indicated a life lived in accordance with Maat's principles, allowing the soul to enter the afterlife. If heavier, it signified wrongdoing, leading to dire consequences.