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Why does Ra look like Horus?
Why does Ra look like Horus?
CryptoAce
Sat Nov 09 2024
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I've noticed that the deity Ra bears similarities to Horus in their appearance. I'm curious to understand the reason behind this resemblance. Could it be due to a shared mythology or a deeper cultural significance?
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Federica
Mon Nov 11 2024
Ra, an ancient Egyptian deity, underwent a significant transformation in his mythology.
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KimchiQueenCharmingKissWarmth
Sun Nov 10 2024
This transformation involved his conflation with Horus, another prominent god in the Egyptian pantheon.
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MysterylitRapture
Sun Nov 10 2024
Furthermore, Ra's iconography often included additional elements that emphasized his role as the god of the sun.
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DigitalDuke
Sun Nov 10 2024
As a result of this fusion, Ra was often depicted with a unique appearance.
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EchoWhisper
Sun Nov 10 2024
Notably, he was usually shown with a sun disc positioned above his head.
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