A comprehensive guide to the deities of ancient Egypt: their origins and their central role in the lives of the Egyptian peopleWorshipped for over three-fifths of recorded history; Egypt’s gods and goddesses are among the most fascinating of human civilization. The lives of pharaohs and commoners alike were dominated by the need to honor; worship; and pacify the huge pantheon of deities; from the benevolent to the malevolent. The richness and complexity of their mythology is reflected in countless tributes throughout Egypt; from lavish tomb paintings and imposing temple reliefs to humble household shrines.This book examines the evolution; worship; and eventual decline of the numerous gods and goddesses―from minor household figures such as Bes and Tawaret to the all-powerful deities Amun and Re―that made Egypt the most theocratic society of the ancient world; and made Egyptians; according to Herodotus; “more religious than any other people.â€Now available in paperback; with hundreds of illustrations and specially commissioned drawings; this title remains the most comprehensive and authoritative guide to the deities that lay at the heart of Egyptian religion and society. 338 illustrations
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