Tag: Deity


  • The Legacy of Amon: King of the Egyptian Gods

    Amon, also known as Amun, Amen, or Ammon, is an ancient Egyptian deity esteemed as the sovereign of the gods. Initially recognized as one of the deities in the Hermopolite creation narrative, his following expanded in Thebes, where his influence grew significant under the reign of Mentuhotep I (2008–1957 BCE). During this time, Amon was…

  • Neith: The Great Egyptian Goddess of Creation and War

    Neith, also referred to as Net, Neit, or Nit, is among the most ancient deities from Egypt, revered since the Pre-Dynastic Period (circa 6000 – 3150 BCE) and continuing her worship throughout the Ptolemaic Dynasty (323 – 30 BCE), the final dynasty before Roman dominion. As a multifaceted figure, she embodies many roles, including that…

  • Apollo: The Multifaceted God of Ancient Mythology

    Apollo, a prominent figure in Greco-Roman mythology, stands out as one of the most admired and significant deities within ancient Greek and Roman culture. His exact origins remain somewhat ambiguous; however, from Homer’s era onward, he assumed various roles. Apollo emerged as the god associated with divine distance, capable of sending warnings or threats from…

  • Belenos: The Bright Deity of Light and Prophecy

    Belenos: The Gaulish God of Light Overview Belenos, pronounced as BEL-en-ohs, is a notable Gaulish deity associated with brightness and light. His name, which can also be found under variations like Beli, Beli Mawr, and Belinus, suggests a meaning linked to illumination, emphasizing his role in celestial energies. Cultural Connections Primarily regarded as the Gaulish…