Horus was one of the most important gods in ancient Egyptian mythology. He was the god of the sky, and was often depicted as a falcon or a man with the head of a falcon.
Horus was also associated with kingship, and was believed to be the son of Osiris and Isis, and the rightful heir to the throne of Egypt. The pharaohs were seen as the embodiment of Horus on earth, and their power was believed to come directly from the sky god.
The myth of Horus tells the story of his battle with his uncle Set, who had murdered his father Osiris. Horus was eventually victorious, and became the protector of the pharaohs and the people of Egypt.
The worship of Horus continued throughout Egyptian history, and his influence can still be seen in modern Egyptian culture and religion.
Works Cited:
Wilkinson, Toby A. H. "The Rise and Fall of Ancient Egypt." Bloomsbury, 2011.
