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Egyptian history
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Egyptian history
duat
History; Egyptian history
The land of the dead. It Iies under the earth and is entered through the western horizon.
dromos
History; Egyptian history
A straight, paved avenue flanked by sphinxes. A sphinx is a mythical creature with a lion's body and a human head.
sphinx
History; Egyptian history
A statue in the shape of a lion with the head of a human or ram. A sphinx was a symbol of royal power.
Amun
History; Egyptian history
A god who's cult center was the temple of Amun at Karnak. He was considered to be king of all the gods and the the creator of all things.
ammut
History; Egyptian history
A female demon, she is found in The Book of the Dead, She plays an important role in the Hall of Maat.
amulet
History; Egyptian history
A charm worn by the living or placed on a mummy to ward off evil spirits or bring good luck.
amarna
History; Egyptian history
The name given to the historical time period under the rule of Amenophis IV /Akhenaten. During this time period there were unprecedented changes in the government, art and religion.