Articles related to "Osiris"



Osiris the God of Egyptian Resurrection
Osiris may have been an early Egyptian king whose triumphs inspired myth and legends that eventually portrayed him as a god who defied death and represented eternal life.
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Principle Deities of Ancient Egypt
Religion guided every aspect of Egyptian life. Based on polytheism, the worship of many gods, they had as many as two thousand Gods and Goddesses.
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Ancient Egypt's Influence on the Demeter Myth
Egypt's plethora of spiritual and philosophical discourse captured the Greek imagination. Nowhere is this reflected more passionately than in the myths.
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The Legend of Osiris
The first in a series on the Egyptian goddess, Isis. The Legend of Osiris represents her well as a devoted mother and loving wife.
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Isis – the Prototype Goddess-Heroine
The Egyptian goddess Isis had an unusual role in Egyptian myth. A protope of the goddess-heroine, she would influence later myths.
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Egyptian Afterlife and the Feather of Truth
Is it possible to have a heart that is lighter than a feather? To the ancient Egyptians it was not only possible but highly desirable.
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Seth
Meet the ancient Egyptian god of evil and chaos SETH!
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Abydos
The ancient city of Abydos in Upper Egypt was central in worshipping the god Osiris. It's made of tombs and temples and continued until Greek times.
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Myths-Part 1:Religious
This article gives a brief summary of what a myth is and recounts a well known religious one.
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The Egyptian Book of the Dead
The Book of the Dead, Pert em hru, has been translated "coming forth by day". It is a body of religious works, to be used by the dead as a guide through the under-world.
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The Hippopotamus in Ancient Egypt
The hippopotamus is a large and misunderstood animal. Once native to the Nile River, the Ancient Egyptians both feared and worshipped the often destructive creature.
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The Word: Religion and Literature
Religious beliefs become literature in myths and reveal the archetypal realm to us.
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Sacred Music, Giants and the Lord of the Underworld
Sacred Music, Giants and The Lord of the Underworld. Experience the Colossi of Memnon and legendary Abydos. Learn the Myths See the sites. Experience Egypt. Great Pictures! Links!
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The Gates to Heaven Exhibit at the Louvre Museum
Ancient Egyptian funerary rites and relics provide evidence of a strong belief in a continuum that exists between life and death.
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Amarna Art
The defining characteristics of Amarna art include: distorted facial features, elongated eyes, large ears and lips, a protruding chin, and highly defined cheekbones.
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Ancient Egyptian Gods and Goddesses
Ancient Egypt shaped the gods, but later, the gods shaped Egypt.
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Ancient Views of Religion Affected by Geography
Significant geographical differences between the Egyptian and Mesopotamian civilizations affected popular religious development and views of an afterlife.
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Images of the Egyptian Goddess Nut
Who was the Egyptian Goddess Nut, and why were depictions of her unique in Egyptian art? Why was her image used on coffin sarcophagi?
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The Pyramid Texts
The utterances of the Pyramid Texts guided the soul of the dead pharaoh safely to the seat of Ra and assured the living that death was not the end.
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Thoth
Meet the ancient Egyptian scribe god THOTH!
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Book of the Dead
The Egyptian Book of the Dead, an illustrated collection of magic spells and formulas, was written on papyrus scrolls and placed in tombs to help the dead proceed to the afterlife.
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Sacred Relics in Religious Traditions
The power of relics, notably the bodies or parts of bodies associated with saintly men and women, can be traced to the ancient world and may even predate civilization.
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The Man who became a God
In ancient Egypt one man of great achievement stood out. One man who would be so admired that his status rose to that of a god. Who was he? Find out...
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From Edfu to Aswan on a Nile River Cruise
Nile river cruising from Luxor to Edfu and Esna, then onto Aswan promises history and lots of temple visits. History aside, Egyptian culture is very much alive and exotic
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Isis: Goddess of Countless Names
Get to know the Egyptian goddess, Isis.
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The Nile River in Ancient Egyptian Civilization
Egypt was the "gift of the Nile," benefiting agriculturally from the flow of the river downward as it deposited silt along its banks, creating a thriving civilization.
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The Crocodile God, Sobek
Sobek was most popular in the city of Arsinoe. In fact, the Greeks renamed the city Crocodilopolis. Ancient Egyptians would keep crocodiles in pools and temples.
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The Cult of Isis in Imperial Roman Times
The Cult of Isis, long identified with Egypt, spread through the Mediterranean first through Greek Hellenization and later through the patronage of Roman emperors.
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Ancient Egyptian Amulets
Amulets have been an important part of Egyptian Magic because of their inherent power for healing and protection in this world and the next.
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Baachanalia and Roman Repression
Followers of the Bacchic cult were viewed with suspicion, given their secret revelries, initiations, and rituals, all viewed as a threat to the Roman state and society.
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Dreamlife of Angels | Lovers of the Arctic Circle | The Mummy
French angels, Arctic Circle lovers, Indiana Fraser and the CGI of doom.
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Egyptian Creation Myths
Egyptian creation myths parallel many ancient stories that begin with a lifeless void and end with the begetting of male and female and the establishment of order.
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Egyptian Goddess Isis
Isis, the embodiment of the Divine Mother archetype, was and still is revered as one of the most significant deities of ancient Egyptian culture.
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Egyptology at Stonehenge
Egyptology at Stonehenge is maybe about some cultural travellers that never was so stupid that they stopped to ask questions. Or mayby its about Egyptology and Egyptologists, I don't know - maybe best to read and find out?
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Is Christianity Based on Paganism?
Is Christianity based on pagan beliefs and rituals? Did the authors of the Bible, especially the New Testament, draw from pagan myths and ancient fables?
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LINEN...SPANNING TIME
When speaking with my five year old niece Rachel the other day, she so innocently asked me what I was doing. I answered her with, "why I'm washing my linen!" She then asked, "Aunt Joan, what is linen?" That's when I decided that the history of linen would be my next article! Thank you Rachel!
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Philae is a Must See in Egypt
No trip to Egypt is complete without stopping by the magnificent Sanctuary of Isis at Philae.
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Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos – A Review
The heroine of the series, Theodosia, takes on Ancient Egyptian curses, but who will take on the one-dimensional characters?
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Who to Blame?
Who to blame? The agent for not including gems, or you for not knowing all in advance?
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Gearing Up for New Seasons
A overview of the upcoming 4th & 5th seasons of Stargate Sg-1
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Profile of the Victorian Artist Richard Dadd
Richard Dadd is best known for his fairy paintings, but his facinating work encompasses so much more.
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Apuleius, Golden Ass
a brief biography and introduction to Apuleius and his Golden Ass
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Divine Utterance, Hu
The Egyptian god Hu was one of the minor gods in some respects, but he was one of the most important gods for those serious about Egyptian deities. Hu is the power of the spoken word. He personifies the authority of utterance.
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Heathens in the Heather!
Okay, you don't have to be a Heathen to be captivated by the sight and scent of fields of Heather, or to be interested in the many benefits this beautiful herb can provide...some folklore even says Heather can bring rain, and goodness knows some areas could use it! Read on...
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Star Crossed
A look at tales of love and woe the world over, as well as how they compare and contrast with the love of Anakin and Padme. This brings the Month of Love here at the Star Wars suite to a close.
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The Three Archangels and the Major Arcana
A look at the 3 Archangels in relgious traditions and the 3 Angels depicted in the Major Arcana. Merry Christmas!
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Ancient Egyptian Burial Customs
The Ancient Egyptians possessed an elaborate set of burial rituals, believed to ensure immortality in the afterlife.
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'Twas the Season
A brief overview of the real reason for the Christmas season
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