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Amun was a very important deity in ancient Egyptian religion, often regarded as the creator god and protector of the nation. He was initially a local god in Thebes, but began to rise during the Middle Kingdom period and reached the peak of worship during the New Kingdom period, especially in the "home of the god Amun" - the Karnak Temple in Thebes.
The name Amun means' hidden 'or' invisible ', symbolizing all the qualities of his knowledge and ability. He usually combines worship with another deity - Rey - to become Amun Rey, representing the image of the sun god, further enhancing his status and influence.
In artistic depictions, Amun is often depicted as a male figure wearing a high crown and double feathers, sometimes presenting the appearance of a king holding a scepter. In addition, Amun is sometimes depicted as the image of a sheep headed god, especially in contexts related to reproduction and rebirth. His worship was very important throughout the history of ancient Egypt, even extending to areas beyond the Nile River, such as Nubia and Libya. |
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