Egyptian Deity (Noun)
Meaning
A deity worshipped by the ancient Egyptians.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Egyptians believed that the pharaohs were descendants of the Egyptian deity Ra, the sun god.
- Anubis, the Egyptian deity with the head of a jackal, was often depicted as a protector of the dead.
- Isis, the mother goddess, was a major Egyptian deity revered for her magical powers and maternal instincts.
- The temple at Luxor was dedicated to the worship of Amun, a prominent Egyptian deity often depicted with the head of a ram.
- Horus, the falcon-headed Egyptian deity, was a symbol of royal authority and protection.