Isis is an Egyptian goddess of many things, including motherhood, fertility, magic, nature, and wisdom. She was also associated with healing and protection. Isis is often depicted as a woman with a throne-shaped headdress or sometimes with cow horns on her head, symbolizing her connection to fertility. She is sometimes shown with her son, Horus, …
Horus is one of the most significant and ancient deities in Egyptian mythology. He is often depicted as a falcon-headed god and is associated with the sky, kingship, protection, and the sun. The mythology of Horus is complex and it evolved over time, with different forms and aspects of the god being worshiped in various …
Atum is an important Egyptian god, often considered to be the creator god responsible for bringing the world into existence. He is considered to be the primeval deity who emerged from the chaos of the primordial waters of Nun. It was believed that Atum created himself and then created the world through his divine will. …
“Amun Ra,” “Atum Ra,” or maybe just “Ra” is the god who made sure the sun was rising, who would travel the underworld by boat, and who ruled over all other Egyptian gods. He is perhaps one of the oldest deities in human history. As the sun god, Ra was powerful and deadly, but he …
Bastet is an ancient Egyptian goddess who was worshipped primarily as a lioness-headed deity associated with home, fertility, women, and domesticity. Over time, her depiction and attributes evolved, and she became associated with other aspects as well. Who is Bastet? History and Significance of the Goddess Bastet So, the ancient Egyptian goddess Bastet is probably …
Anubis is an ancient Egyptian god associated with mummification, the afterlife, death, and the judgment of souls. He is often depicted with the head of a jackal or a dog-like creature and played a significant role in Egyptian mythology and religious practices. Who Was Anubis? Anubis, the Jackal god of Egyptian mythology, was lord of …