Lucia y lucila

Ancient Egypt : gods and goddesses

4ยบA 2014

by Lucia and Lucila

Ancient Egyptians believed in many different gods and goddesses.

Each one had a role to play in maintaining peace and harmony across the land.

Gods and goddesses • Some gods and goddesses took part in creation, some brought the flood every year, some offered protection, and some took care of people after they died. Others were either local gods who represented towns, or minor gods who represented plants or animals.Ancient Egyptians believed that it was important to recognise and worship these gods and goddesses so that life continued smoothly.

Bes • Bes was the protector of pregnant women, newborn babies and the family.

Aten was a sun disk with rays which ended in hands • Aten was a form of the sun god ra during the reign of Akhenaten. Then Aten was made the King of the gods

Tawaret • Tawaret was a goddess who protected women during pregnancy and childbirth.