Egyptian Mythology
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This week, my focus is on the ancient goddess Neith. My fascination with her began during my university studies when I was tasked with an assignment on Egyptian mythology. As I delved into various topics, particularly related to gender, funerary practices, and mythology, Neith naturally captured my interest. Her titles like ‘Mistress of the Bows’…
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Understanding Maat: The Essential Principle of Egyptian Civilization Maat, representing concepts like justice, truth, and balance, is intrinsic to the fabric of Egyptian culture. This concept operates in various spheres—religious, cosmic, and personal—making it impossible to discuss ancient Egyptian civilization without acknowledging maat. Distinguishing between ‘maat’ (the principle) and ‘Maat’ (the goddess) is important; this…
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Exploring the Divine Feminine through Meretseger The Divine Feminine embodies a balance between masculine and feminine energies, crucial for achieving inner harmony and contributing positively to the world around us. Regardless of one’s physical gender or self-identification, this balance is vital for personal and collective well-being. The Enigmatic Meretseger Meretseger, an Ancient Egyptian Cobra Goddess,…
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Tefnut, often referred to as Tefenet or Tefnet, was a significant goddess in ancient Egyptian mythology, embodying moisture while also being intricately linked to both solar and lunar elements. Known as one of the “Eyes of Ra,” Tefnut personified both the lunar moisture and the solar dryness. Her name translates to “She of moisture,” deriving…
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Exploring the Underworld Journey In the realm of the afterlife, the spirit of the departed would encounter a series of divine entities, mythical beings, and guardians as they navigated their way to meet Osiris and enter the Hall of Final Judgment. This critical meeting would offer the deceased a chance to argue for their right…
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Ancient Egyptian spirituality encompasses the traditional beliefs of ancient Egypt, tracing back to predynastic times (around the 4th millennium BCE) and continuing until the decline of this cultural framework in the early centuries CE. For a comprehensive understanding of the historical context and relevant dates, it is advised to explore Egyptian history in-depth. The Nature…
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A young woman stands in front of her mirror, meticulously applying dark eyeliner. After taking a moment to examine her handiwork, she nods in satisfaction with the results. Before she moves away, her eye catches a gold bracelet, which features an elaborate design of a woman adorned with a cow-horned headdress. Sliding the bracelet up…
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Are you fascinated by the ancient tales and myths of Egypt? Then the intriguing figure of Apep, also known as Apophis, is likely on your radar. This article explores the captivating narratives surrounding this serpent deity, examining the symbols and powers linked to him. Understanding Apep (Apophis) Apep, or Apophis in Greek traditions, stands as…
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Goddess Seshat: The Divine Scribe of Ancient Egypt Seshat, which translates to “female scribe,” held the esteemed role as the goddess of documentation and literature in ancient Egyptian culture. She was entrusted with the important task of chronicling the years of reign for pharaohs and safeguarding the House of Life, an institution dedicated to preserving…
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Ancient Egyptian religion encompasses the indigenous beliefs of Egypt from predynastic times (around the 4th millennium BCE) through to the eventual decline of traditional culture in the early centuries CE. For a comprehensive understanding, one should reference the historical context of Egypt. Overview and Importance Egyptian religious beliefs and practices were intricately woven into the…
