Revealing the Role of the Deity sA @wt @r | ||||
| The International Journal of Tourism and Hospitality Studies | ||||
| Volume 7, Issue 1, July 2024, Page 1-24 PDF (7.22 MB) | ||||
| Document Type: Original Article | ||||
| DOI: 10.21608/ijthsx.2024.281317.1087 | ||||
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| Authors | ||||
Sherin Mohamed Hafez   1; Radwa Mohamed Aly Shelaih2
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| 1Faculty of Tourism and Hotels - Suez Canal University - Ismailia - Egypt | ||||
| 2Ismailia | ||||
| Abstract | ||||
| Most of the main gods and goddesses in Ancient Egypt were assisted by legions of guardian deities, among these guardians were the Agathodaemons, to whom sA @wt @r belonged. While the term “agathodaemon” lacks a precise equivalent within Ancient Egyptian terminology, it commonly conveys the notion of a protective deity or benevolent spirit. The Agathodaemon cult first flourished in Egypt in the Ptolemaic Period. sA @wt @r, emerges as a beneficent agathodaemon within the Graeco-Roman theology in Egypt. His appellation, which translates to “the son of Hathor” underscores his close association with the goddess Hathor, particularly highlighting his maternal lineage. His venomous nature ensures the protection of the goddess Hathor and her temple, providing protection around the temple’s chapels, doorways, and passages. Other aspects of sA @wt @r, that should not be overlooked is that he is one of the agathodaemons, who represent the local emanations called to protect Osiris during his resurrection, the guardian deities of specific nomes, and are undoubtedly the guarantors of provisions. sA @wt @r appears in Graeco-Roman temples in various forms, each bearing symbolic significance. Often depicted as a serpent or an anthropomorphic deity with a serpent head, this representation further underscores his multifaceted nature, potentially signifying aspects of provision, regeneration, and guardianship. He is also represented as falcon headed deity in a distinctive role that cannot be disregarded. In different scenes, he is frequently depicted alongside other gods, often adorned with distinct crowns and symbols that reflect his diverse attributes and roles. | ||||
| Keywords | ||||
| Agathodaemon; sA @wt @r; guardian deity; serpent | ||||
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