Tag: Egyptian Deity
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Amon, an Egyptian deity recognized as the sovereign of the gods, has his origins rooted in the Hermopolite creation narrative, where he was one of the eight primary deities. His worship gained prominence in Thebes, ultimately making him the divine protector of the pharaohs by the time of Mentuhotep I (2008–1957 BCE). During this period,…
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Amon, also known by various names such as Amun, Amen, or Ammon, was a principal deity in ancient Egyptian religion, regarded as the king of the gods. Initially part of the Hermopolite creation myth with eight deities, Amon’s worship propagated to Thebes, where he became the recognized patron of the pharaohs during the rule of…
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Amun, known through various names such as Amon or Amun-Ra, is a significant deity in ancient Egyptian mythology, recognized as the god of the sun and air. His veneration began in Thebes, emerging as a prominent divine figure around the onset of the New Kingdom (circa 1570-1069 BCE). Throughout this era, the Amun cult flourished…