Crook and Flail The Crook and Flail are the emblems of the Egyptian God Osiris. They were the symbols of divine authority carried by Egyptian Pharaohs in State ceremonies.
Everyone's stomach growls, some growl more than others. The growls, technically called borborygmi (pronounced BOR-boh-RIG-mee), are caused primarily by contractions of the muscles of the stomach and small intestine and, to a lesser extent, by contractions of the muscles of the large intestine (colon).
BI Answers: Why does my stomach growl? Whether you call it a growl, a rumble, or a gurgle, chances are you've experienced some noise coming from your stomach at an inopportune time, like in the middle of giving a presentation or taking a test. Well, it turns out your stomach isn't fully to blame, but also your small intestine.