Khnum Collection

Interior of the Temple at Esna, Upper Egypt, 1838. Artist: David Roberts
Interior of the Temple at Esna, Upper Egypt, 1838. A plate from Egypt and Nubia, engraved by Louis Haghe. Found in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Egyptian gods
Illustration of a Egyptian gods

The God Khnum, Bas Relief, Hypostyle Hall, Temple of Khnum, Esna, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Standard of a Ram Headed God, 26th Dynasty-Ptolemaic Period (664-30 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Standard of a Ram Headed God, 26th Dynasty-Ptolemaic Period (664-30 BCE)

Relief of Hapi (Hapy) god of the Nile in Flood, Temple of Khnum, Ptolemaic & Roman Periods
Relief of Hapi (Hapy) god of the Nile in Flood, Temple of Khnum, Esna, Egypt, Ptolemaic and Roman Periods

Detail of a relief of Sekhmet and Knum, Temple of Khnum, Ptolemaic & Roman Periods
Detail of a relief of Sekhmet (a local form of Tefnut: lioness-headed) and Knum (ram-headed), Temple of Khnum, Esna, Egypt, Ptolemaic and Roman Periods

Egypt, Upper Egypt, Aswan, View of New Cataract Hotel and Khnum ruins

Egypt, Upper Egypt, Aswan, Khnum ruins on Elephantine Island

Egypt, Upper Egypt, Aswan, Khnum ruins and Nilometer on Elephantine Island

Egypt, Upper Egypt, Aswan, View of New and old Cataract Hotel with Khnum ruins in the distance ont he left and Movenpick Resort on the right

Egypt, Upper Egypt, Aswan, View towards Khnum ruins on Elephantine Island

Detail from the Book of the Dead of the priest Aha-Mer depicting Anubis weighing
ALG156845 Detail from the Book of the Dead of the priest Aha-Mer depicting Anubis weighing the heart of the deceased against the Feather of Truth (papyrus) by Egyptian 21st Dynasty (c.1069-945 BC)

Ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses (engraving)
3646972 Ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses)

The sun god Ra in his solar barque, protected by the coils of a serpent
XIR141759 The sun god Ra in his solar barque, protected by the coils of a serpent, from the Tomb of Seti I (1394-1279 BC) New Kingdom (painted limestone) by Egyptian 19th Dynasty (c.1292-1187 BC)

Funerary papyrus of Djedkhonsouefankh depicting Geb and Nut
XIR199218 Funerary papyrus of Djedkhonsouefankh depicting Geb and Nut, Third Intermediate Period (papyrus) by Egyptian 21st Dynasty (c.1069-945 BC); Egyptian National Museum, Cairo

CONCEPTS / LIFE
The Egyptian ram-god Khnum is the creator of life, which he forms from clay on his potters wheel, while Thoth measures the span of the persons life

RELIGION / EGYPT / KHNUM
The ram-god KHNUM is the creator of life, which he does on his potters wheel, while Thoth measures the span of the persons life

Boat scene, Tombs of the Nobles, Thebes, Egypt. The ram-headed god Khnum being transported in a boat. The Tombs of the Nobles are tombs of priests

Wallpainting from the tomb of a prince, Valley of the Queens, Luxor, Egypt, c12th century BC. A depiction of Khnum the Egyptian creator god from the tomb of a prince (a son of Rameses III)

Columns of the Hypostyle Hall, Temple of Khnum, Ptolemaic & Roman Periods
Columns of the Hypostyle Hall, Temple of Khnum, Esna, Egypt, Ptolemaic and Roman Periods

Pillars in the Hypostyle Hall, Temple of Khnum, Ptolemaic & Roman Periods
Pillars in the Hypostyle Hall, Temple of Khnum, Esna, Egypt, Ptolemaic and Roman Periods

Relief of Pharaoh before Sekhmet, Temple of Khnum, Ptolemaic & Roman Periods
Relief of Pharaoh before Sekhmet (lion-headed goddess:a local form of Tefnut), Temple of Khnum, Esna, Egypt, Ptolemaic and Roman Periods

Relief of Pharaoh before Knum & Sekhmet, Temple of Khnum, Ptolemaic & Roman Periods
Relief of Pharaoh before Knum (ram-headed) & Sekhmet (lion-headed goddess), Temple of Khnum, Esna, Egypt, Ptolemaic and Roman Periods

Relief of the Pharaoh before Knum, Temple of Khnum, Ptolemaic & Roman Periods
Relief of the Pharaoh before Knum (ram-headed god), Temple of Khnum, Esna, Egypt, Ptolemaic and Roman Periods

Detail of a relief of Pharaoh smiting his enemies, Temple of Khnum, Ptolemaic & Roman Periods
Detail of a relief on the first Pylon of the Pharaoh smiting his enemies, Temple of Khnum, Esna, Egypt, Ptolemaic and Roman Periods

Pharaoh smiting his enemies, Temple of Khnum, Ptolemaic and Roman Periods
Closeup of Pharaoh smiting his enemies before Knum (ram-headed god) and Sekhmet (lion-headed goddess), the first Pylon, Temple of Khnum, Esme, Egypt, Ptolemaic and Roman Periods

Reliefs of Pharaoh smiting enemies, The first Pylon, Temple of Khnum, Esna, Egypt
Reliefs of Pharaoh smiting enemies before Knum (ram-headed god) and Sekhmet (lion-headed goddess), The first Pylon, Temple of Khnum, Esna, Egypt, Ptolemaic & Roman Periods

Egyptian God Khnum
illustration of a Egyptian God Khnum

Interior of the Temple at Esna, Upper Egypt, from Egypt and Nubia, engraved
XCF266025 Interior of the Temple at Esna, Upper Egypt, from Egypt and Nubia, engraved by Louis Haghe, published in London, 1838 (colour litho) by Roberts

Sarcophagus of Imeneminet, detail of the ram god Khnum
Egyptian civilization, Third Intermediate Period. Sarcophagus of Imeneminet, height 187 cm. Detail of the ram god Khnum

Reproduction of reliefs depicting the pharaoh before two deities Khnum and Neith
Egyptian civilization. Reproduction of the reliefs of the Great Temple at Philae (Egypt), depicting the pharaoh before two deities (Khnum and Neith)

Egypt, Esna, Temple of Khnum, Hypostyle hall with bell-shaped columns and architraves
Egypt - Esna - Temple of Khnum. Hypostyle hall. Detail of the bell-shaped columns and architraves

Faience amulet representing life creator god Khnum, worshipped as Nile water god
Egyptian civilization. Faience amulet representing life creator god Khnum, worshipped as the Nile water god or as a potter who molded human being

Egyptian civilization. Quartzite statue of ram-god Khnum, height 126 cm

Aswan - Egypt. Elephantine Island
Elephantine Island is the largest of the Aswan area islands, and is one of the most ancient sites in Egypt, with artifacts dating to predynastic periods

Religion / Egypt / Khnum 2
The ram-god KHNUM is the creator of life, which he does on his potters wheel, while Thoth measures the span of the persons life

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Khnum, the Egyptian god of creation and water, holds a significant place in ancient Egyptian mythology. Depicted in various forms of art and architecture, Khnum's presence can be felt throughout Egypt. One remarkable representation is found in the Bas Relief of the Hypostyle Hall at the Temple in Esna, Egypt. This intricate carving showcases his divine power as he crafts humans on his potter's wheel. Another captivating depiction can be seen in the relief of Hapi, the god of the Nile in flood. This artwork adorns the walls of the Temple during both Ptolemaic and Roman periods. It symbolizes fertility and abundance brought by annual floods. Journeying to Aswan reveals more remnants associated with Khnum. The ruins on Elephantine Island stand as a testament to his worship. From views encompassing both old and new Cataract Hotels to glimpses towards these ancient remains, Aswan offers a unique perspective on this deity's legacy. The Facade of Hypostyle Hall also features an intriguing relief showcasing Thutmose III alongside gods Heka and Khnum. This grand temple was founded during Dynasty XVIII but underwent several renovations over time. Intriguingly, even within religious texts like "The Book of Dead, " we find references to Khnum. A detail from priest Aha-Mer's version depicts Anubis weighing souls while being observed by this deity. As we explore these engravings depicting Ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses, it becomes evident that they held immense reverence for their deities like Khnum who played vital roles in their daily lives. Through these artistic expressions scattered across North Africa, particularly Upper Egypt's Aswan region, we gain insight into how deeply ingrained religion was within Ancient Egyptian society—forever immortalized through depictions such as those found at Elephantine Island or Esna's Temple dedicated to Khnum.