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Dendera Temple Complex: Unveiling Ancient Egypt's History

The Dendera Temple complex is a true marvel nestled about 2.5 kilometers south-east of Dendera, Egypt, along the banks of the Nile. This extraordinary site stands as a testament to the ingenuity and devotion of the ancient Egyptians. Spread across roughly 40,000 square meters, the complex is enclosed by a substantial mudbrick wall, and its sheer size and level of preservation make it one of the…

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 the god Khnum accompanied by Heqet, moulds Why in a relief from the birth temple at Dendera Temple Complex. 

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Ceiling of the Temple of Hathor The ceiling of the Temple of Hathor at Dendera, decorated with exquisite astronomical representations. It is one of the best-preserved temple complexes in Egypt.

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Denderah - Carvings with Cleopatra VII and her son Ptolemy XV Caesar

The colossal carving of Cleopatra VII Philopator (51-30 BC) and her son Ptolemy XV Caesarion (44-30 BC) before the gods, on the south exterior wall of Temple of Dendera. The large goddess on the right, the first of a procession of deities not included in the photograph, is Hathor. The present temple at Dendera is essentially a Ptolemaic structure, with the exception of the mammisi (or 'birth house') erected by Nectanebo I (380-362 BC), which represents the earliest surviving structure of the complex, and later Roman additions, such as the first hypostyle hall, built by the Emperor Tiberius (42 BC-AD 37). There is evidence, though, that the temple was built on the site of a previous one, dating at least from the early New Kingdom (around 1500 BC) with suggestions of structures being present in the area at the time of Pepy I (2321-2287 BC). The temple, one of the best preserved in Egypt, is dedicated to Hathor. The goddess is usually represented as a cow, often with the solar disc between the horns, in human form with, similarly, the solar disc between cow horns, such as in this case, or as a woman with cow’s ears. Her name means ‘house of Horus’ and, as the living king was identified with Horus, Hathor was considered the divine mother of the pharaoh, who had ‘son of Hathor’ as one of his royal titles. It is then certainly not a coincidence that Cleopatra decided to have this colossal scene carved onto a wall of the temple of Hathor.

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Archaeologists Unearth Sphinx-like Roman-era Statue in Egypt

Authorities say archaeologists have unearthed a Sphinx-like Roman-era statue and the remains of a shrine in an ancient temple in southern Egypt.

Archaeologists unearthed a Sphinx-like statue and the remains of a shrine in an ancient temple in southern Egypt, antiquities authorities said Monday.

The artifacts were found in the temple of Dendera in Qena Province, 280 miles (450 kilometers) south of the capital of Cairo, the Antiquities Ministry said in a statement.

Archaeologists believe the statue's smiling features may belong to the Roman emperor Claudius, who extended Rome's rule into North Africa between 41 and 54 A.D., the ministry said.

It said archaeologists will conduct more studies on the markings on the stone slab, which could reveal more information to statue’s identity and the area. The statue is much smaller than the towering, well-known Sphinx in the Pyramids of Giza complex, which is 66 feet (20 meters) high.

The archaeologists also found a Roman-era stone slab with demotic and hieroglyphic inscriptions.

The limestone shrine includes a two-layer platform and a mud-brick basin from the Byzantine era, the ministry said.

Such discoveries are usually touted by the Egyptian government in hopes of attracting more tourists, a significant source of foreign currency for the cash-strapped North African country.

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oh are we making up new deities? i propose the cult of Hathor Glucosic ("Hathor of Sweetness"), centered around the lost greco-egyptian temple complex of Per-Hathor

She doesn’t exist but Per Hathor does…it’s just Dendera 😂

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The birth of the Sun from the womb of the Goddess Nut; the lotus-like rays of the Sun shine on the Hathor-head represented upon the roof of Her Temple. The body of Nut is covered with flowers; next to Her ankles is depicted the Cancer zodiac sign. Temple of the Goddess Hathor at Nitentóre (Dendera), detail from the ceiling of the Outer Hypostyle Hall #iregipto #egyptpassion #mbplanet #ancientegypt #egyptology #kemetic #ancientegyptian #egyptologist #anticoegitto #egittologia #egiptologia #antiguoegipto #religion #pagan #paganism #polytheism #kemet #egypt #archaeology #egyptiancalendar #sun #nut #goddessnut #goddess #goddesses #dendera #temple #cancerzodiac #zodiac (at Dendera Temple complex) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cg1xxzWrhvv/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Magic and religion as a performative theological unity : the apotropaic 'Ritual of Overthrowing Apophis'

I. Kousoulis, Panagiotis (1999) Magic and religion as a performative theological unity : the apotropaic 'Ritual of Overthrowing Apophis'. PhD thesis, University of Liverpool.

"Abstract

Magical and ritual sources have characteristically tended to be under-exploited in the study of ancient societies, partly for the superficial inaccessibility, and partly because they have been disreputably attractive to the "esoteric" fringe. They do, however, provide a number of detailed insights into the relations between real and practical behaviour and the ideological/religious explanations of that behaviour. The present study attempts to investigate this interrelation between magical and religious phenomena, having as starting point and basic theme of reference the apotropaic "Ritual of Overthrowing Apophis, " the enemy of Re par excellence. It will examine the function and mechanisms of the ritual from its first appearance in the funerary liturgies of the Middle Kingdom until its acquisition of a complete cultic character within the broader religious environment of the Ptolemaic temples of Edfu and Dendera. The presentation of the available material cannot reach completeness. The present study does not claim to be a integral philological investigation of either the complex nature of the serpentine enemy of the sun god or of the ritual texts referring to his conflict with Re and his final expulsion. Rather, carefully selected texts concerning the Apophis ritual are used as a trigger for re-examining certain areas and aspects of cultic phenomena where religion and magic reaches a "theological, " performative unity. Techniques that are common in both systems, such as the magician's acting and speaking as god ("divine speech"), the enumeration of the human bodily parts that are ascribed to particular deities ("lists"), erasure of names and mutilation of images (damnatio memoria), should be analysed and re-evaluated under this new perspective. Questions concerning the notion of hk3 itself, should also be considered: was hk3 considered to pre-exist as the archetype creative force, or was it a human invention to explain the unexplained and to control and repel hostile forces beyond its nature, or was it a personification of the power of ritual? Such a methodological approach to Egyptian magic will lead into a stage where the main point of reference will be the anthropology and sacred praxis of hk3, rather than a random compilation of superstitions and popular beliefs."

Panagiotis Kousoulis is Professor of Egyptology, Department of Mediterranean Studies, at the University of the Aegean and Director and founder of the Laboratory for the Ancient World of the Eastern Mediterranean in the same Department.

The sun god Ra, in the form of Great Cat, slays the snake Apep (Apophis), the ancient Egyptian deity who embodied darkness and disorder (source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apep).

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Luxor’s Governor discusses preparations for the winter tourism season

Minister of Tourism and Antiquities for Tourism Affairs met with the Governor of Luxor to discuss a number of files that would contribute to pushing the incoming tourist movement to Luxor that will participate in Egypt Travel Packages.

she also met with a group of investors, owners, and managers of fixed and floating hotel establishments in the governorate to discuss preparations for the winter tourism season, stressing the need for all hotel and tourist establishments to adhere to all procedures and requirements for health and food safety standards that can be offered through Egypt Classic Tours and also one of the most unique tours that exists in Egypt which Egypt Nile Cruise Tours that allows you to discover the historical monuments in Luxor and Aswan sites that can be visited during Egypt Luxury Tours that offers high standard services in addition to the adventure that you can try during one of Egypt Cheap budget tours that can be easily accessed for people who suffer injuries through Egypt Wheelchair Accessible tour packages or while having fun during your Egypt Christmas tour which also can be done at the fresh air in April during Egypt Easter tours.

Only Luxor Governorate contains a third of the world's monuments that you can discover during the Luxor day tour to the east and the west Bank on both sides of the river while visiting the magnificent temple complex of Karnak and the Luxor temple on the east bank, before moving to the west bank to visit the valley of the kings. You'll take many tours and excursions in Luxor, visiting the western and eastern banks of Luxor, as well as in Aswan, where you can visit the High Dam and the Temple of Philae during the Luxor Aswan Cruise with Abu Simble tour. Experience the hot air balloon ride in Luxor which takes place over the largest open-air museum in the world it also overlooks the clear blue water of the Nile River and the green gardens of Luxor through the Luxor Hot Air Balloon Ride. discover the attractive antiques of the Egyptian Museum, the churches, and the mosques of Cairo you can have a Day trip to Cairo from Luxor by flight. Spend an unexceptional day Tour to Edfu and Kom Ombo temples from Luxor to enjoy the site where the kings of ancient Egypt built their palaces and temples. Enjoy fantastic nighttime that can never be ignored on the fascinating laser data show during the Sound and Light show in Karnak temple. Dendera and Abydos tour from Luxor is the way to discover the temple of Abydos which is dedicated to the god Osiris, the god of the underworld and death together with the temple of the cow Goddess Hathor at Dendera. Luxor West Bank tour will make you able to watch the impressive wonders of the west bank such as the Valley of the Queens and the Ramesseum temple of king Rameses II. Take the opportunity and visit Luxor East Bank including the temple of Luxor and Karnak temples. an Overnight tour to EL-Minya from Luxor is a chance to discover the secrets of upper Egypt where the ancient capital of King Akhenaton is at tell el Amarna. Banana Island Tour in Luxor can attract you with its little banana plantation, where you can know more about how they are being kept.

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Dendera Temple Complex : Egypt My mother had made the decision to travel to Israel, Jordan and Egypt. It has been a life long pilgrimage for mum. She was soo disappointed when this opportunity came up, COVID hit. Eureka this time the trip went off without a hitch. So of course I asked to share some of her photos of the trip. Some not so clear as they taken on her iPhone

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Egypt and Top Things to Do 2024

Egypt is home to a wealth of ancient Egyptian attractions "Egypt Tours" that showcase the rich history and culture of this ancient civilization. Here are some must-visit attractions with Deluxe Tours EG:

Giza Pyramids and Sphinx:

The Pyramids of Giza, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, are iconic symbols of ancient Egypt. The Sphinx, a colossal limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, stands nearby.

Luxor:

Karnak Temple: A vast temple complex dedicated to the god Amun, with impressive columns and statues.

Luxor Temple: Located on the east bank of the Nile, it is dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship.

Valley of the Kings:

Situated on the west bank of the Nile, this valley is known for its tombs of pharaohs, including Tutankhamun.

Valley of the Queens:

Nearby the Valley of the Kings, contains the tombs of queens and other members of the royal family.

Abu Simbel:

The Abu Simbel temples, built by Ramses II, are famous for their colossal statues and intricate carvings. The temples were relocated to higher ground to avoid submersion in Lake Nasser.

Saqqara:

Step Pyramid of Djoser: The first pyramid ever built, designed by the architect Imhotep.

Hatshepsut's Temple:

Located in Deir el-Bahari, this mortuary temple is dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut, one of the few female pharaohs.

Egyptian Museum (Cairo Museum):

Located in Cairo, it houses a vast collection of artifacts, including the treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb.

Abydos:

Temple of Seti I: Known for its well-preserved reliefs and the Abydos King List.

Dendera Temple Complex:

Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, this temple is known for its well-preserved astronomical ceiling.

Philae Temple:

Located on an island in the Nile, this temple complex is dedicated to the goddess Isis.

Kom Ombo:

A unique double temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris (Horus the Elder).

Exploring these sites allows visitors to immerse themselves in the fascinating history and architecture of ancient Egypt. Additionally, Egypt continues to uncover new archaeological discoveries, adding even more depth to the understanding of this ancient civilization.

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The god Khnum (left) with the goddess Heqet (right) moulding Why in a relief at the Dendera Temple complex.

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The Dendera Temple, one of the best-preserved temple complexes in Upper Egypt. Step back in time and marvel at the awe-inspiring beauty of The Dendera Temple. Experience the grandeur of ancient Egyptian architecture and immerse yourself in the stories engraved on its walls. Discover the secrets of this incredible treasure.

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The Dendera Temple, one of the best-preserved temple complexes in Upper Egypt.

Step back in time and marvel at the awe-inspiring beauty of The Dendera Temple. Experience the grandeur of ancient Egyptian architecture and immerse yourself in the stories engraved on its walls. Discover the secrets of this incredible treasure.