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Who takes the throne after Osiris' death?
Who takes the throne after Osiris' death?
Who wants to be king according to the Universal Lord?
Who wants to be king according to the Universal Lord?
Who does Neith say should be king?
Who does Neith say should be king?
Who slays Apophis every night in the Underworld for Re?
Who slays Apophis every night in the Underworld for Re?
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Who is not allowed on the island in the Middle?
Who is not allowed on the island in the Middle?
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Study Notes
The Succession of Osiris
- After Osiris' death, Horus, his son, is the rightful heir to the throne.
- The Universal Lord, a powerful god, supports Horus' claim to the throne.
- Neith, the goddess of wisdom, also advocates for Horus's kingship.
- Set, Osiris' brother, competes with Horus for the throne, but his claim is rejected.
- Apophis, a serpent of chaos, is defeated nightly in the Underworld by Set.
- Despite Set's role in defeating Apophis, he is deemed unworthy to rule and is banished from the island in the Middle.
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Test your knowledge of Egyptian mythology and family dynamics with this quiz on the "Contendings of Horus and Seth." Explore the complex story of Horus' ascension to the throne and the conflicting desires of Seth and Re-Horakhty. Find out who ultimately becomes the king as you delve into the ancient world of Egypt.
