Who said Death only the beginning?

The phrase "Death is only the beginning" is often associated with various cultural and literary references, but it is most notably linked to the film "The Mummy" (1999) where the character Imhotep, played by Arnold Vosloo, expresses a similar sentiment. It reflects themes of resurrection and the cyclical nature of life and death found in many mythologies and stories. Additionally, variations of this phrase can be found in many contexts, emphasizing that death may lead to new beginnings or transformations.