Sobek, God of the Nile in Ancient Egypt

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Explore the mythology of Sobek, the god of the Nile in ancient Egyptian religion.

Sobek was one of the most important gods in ancient Egyptian mythology. He was the god of the Nile and was often depicted as a crocodile or a man with the head of a crocodile.

Sobek was associated with fertility, strength, and protection, and was believed to protect the people from the dangers of the Nile, such as flooding and crocodiles. He was also associated with the afterlife, and was believed to help guide the souls of the dead to the underworld.

The worship of Sobek continued throughout Egyptian history, and his influence can still be seen in modern Egyptian culture and religion.

Works Cited:

Faulkner, Raymond O. "The Ancient Egyptian Coffin Texts." Oxford University Press, 1973.

 

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