Amon was first worshipped locally in the southern city of Thebes before assuming a more significant role at the national level during the New Kingdom (c. 1539–1292 BCE). Amon, who was a god of the air, was given the name "Hidden One," most likely. He was typically shown as a...
Egypt Travel Guide: Ancient egyptian gods and goddesses
Egypt had one of the most extensive and intricate pantheons of gods of any ancient civilisation. Hundreds of gods and goddesses were worshiped throughout Egyptian history. Individual gods’ traits may be difficult to pin down. Most had a primary connotation (such as the sun or the underworld) and a form. However, as gods rose and decreased in importance and evolved in ways that linked to changes in Egyptian culture, these may change through time. Here are some of the most essential deities to be aware of.