In Egyptian beliefs, the scarab beetle, or scarabaeus, symbolizes regeneration and the cycle of life. It is associated with the sun god Ra, as it was believed that the scarab rolled the sun across the sky, embodying daily rebirth. Scarabs were often used in jewelry and amulets, symbolizing protection and a safe journey to the afterlife. This creature’s connection with transformation made it a popular motif in ancient funerary practices, highlighting the Egyptians' deep reverence for life after death. The scarab represents the continuity of existence and the eternal cycle of nature.