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Who is the Egyptian god associated with the sky, war, and hunting?
Who is the Egyptian god associated with the sky, war, and hunting?
What symbol represents protection, health, and restoration in Ancient Egyptian mythology?
What symbol represents protection, health, and restoration in Ancient Egyptian mythology?
Which goddess is known for her association with magic, motherhood, and fertility?
Which goddess is known for her association with magic, motherhood, and fertility?
What role is Osiris known for in Ancient Egyptian mythology?
What role is Osiris known for in Ancient Egyptian mythology?
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Which animal is Bastet commonly associated with?
Which animal is Bastet commonly associated with?
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Which symbol is associated with Anubis and represents the afterlife?
Which symbol is associated with Anubis and represents the afterlife?
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What does the 'was' symbol represent in Ancient Egyptian mythology?
What does the 'was' symbol represent in Ancient Egyptian mythology?
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Which Egyptian god is known for being the protector of the dead and guiding souls to the underworld?
Which Egyptian god is known for being the protector of the dead and guiding souls to the underworld?
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Study Notes
Horus
- God of the sky, war, and hunting
- Associated with kingship and protection
- Symbol: The Eye of Horus, representing protection, health, and restoration
Osiris
- God of fertility and the embodiment of the dead and resurrected king
- Symbol: The djed pillar, representing stability and resurrection
Bastet
- Goddess of home, fertility, and domesticity
- Often depicted as a lioness or a woman with a lioness head
- Symbol: A cat, representing grace, protection, and domesticity
Anubis
- Associated with mummification and the afterlife
- Protects the dead and guides souls to the underworld
- Symbol: The jackal or the ankh, which is the symbol of life
Amon
- A major god of Thebes
- Associated with creation and the wind
- Often linked with kingship
- Symbol: The ram or a ram-headed man, representing strength and power
Isis
- Goddess of magic, motherhood, and fertility
- Protector of nature and magic
- Wife of Osiris
- Symbol: Tiet, the Knot of Isis, symbolizing life
Set
- God of chaos, storms, and the desert
- Brother of Osiris, Isis, and Horus the Elder
- Uncle to Horus the Younger
- Brother-husband to Nephthys
- Symbol: The "was" symbol, representing chaos and destruction
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Test your knowledge on the major deities of Ancient Egypt including Horus, Osiris, and Isis. Explore their symbolism, associations, and roles in mythology. Perfect for those interested in ancient religions and mythologies.
