Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Ancient Egyptian Gods and Goddesses

Sun God, Ra

The ancient Egyptians believed in many different gods and goddesses. Each god/goddess had their own role to play in maintaining peace and harmony across the land. Some gods and goddesses took part in creation, some brought the flood every year, some offered protection, and some took care of people after they died. Others were either local gods who represented towns, or minor gods who represented plants or animals. The ancient Egyptians believed that it was important to recognize and worship these gods and goddesses so that life continued smoothly.

Questions: (Click on comments to add your answers)
  1. What was the role of the god Ra?
  2. What was his relationship to other gods?
  3. When did his (Ra) local cult begin?
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5 comments:

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  2. The information in the blog is very interesting & straight to the point. I loved the background its so relaxing

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  3. 1) Ra was the sun God.

    2) he was the boss god?

    3) no idea.

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  4. 2-Ra was the God of Sun.
    2-he was the God of Gods
    3-Ra local cult began roughly around the second dynasty.

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  5. 1. Ra was the God of Sun
    2. He was also the God of all the other Gods.
    3.His local cult began roughly around the 2nd dynasty.

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