Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Egypt: An Enthralling Overview of the Most Important Deities in Egyptian Mythology (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9798887656199)

Imagine a time when the Nile's most formidable predator was also a revered guardian. For the ancient Egyptians, crocodiles transcended mere danger; they were sacred. Sobek, the crocodile-headed deity, received prayers for might and defense. The reverence for these creatures extended beyond folklore; they were meticulously mummified and interred with distinction.

This book transports you to an era where divinities and mortals coexisted, where each dawn bore the weight of cosmic conflicts, and where the afterlife overshadowed earthly existence.

If you are captivated by history, drawn to archaic gods, or simply appreciate a compelling narrative, this volume will enthrall you from beginning to end.

Here's just a fraction of what you can expect inside:

• Intriguing origin tales of creation.
• Ra's perilous daily voyage through the underworld.
• Osiris's startling treachery and Isis's poignant endeavor to revive him.
• Horus's ascension as the emblem of legitimate rulers.
• The "Weighing of the Heart" ritual, where a single misstep could seal an eternal fate.
• The royal interment of crocodiles in elaborate tombs.
• The authentic mummification process and Anubis's role in preparing the deceased for judgment.
• A lethal hex, a scorpion goddess, and an enduring lesson in appreciation.
• And much, much more!