Scribal culture refers to the practices and traditions surrounding the writing and copying of texts in ancient societies. This culture was essential for preserving knowledge, literature, and religious texts, often carried out by professional scribes. These scribes were skilled in various writing systems, such as cuneiform in Mesopotamia and hieroglyphics in Egypt, and played a crucial role in administration and education. In scribal cultures, the act of writing was not just a means of communication but also an art form. Manuscripts were often beautifully decorated, reflecting the importance of the written word. The transmission of texts through scribes helped maintain cultural continuity and facilitated the spread of ideas across regions, influencing later civilizations.