Khons Collection

The Great Harris Papyrus, from Thebes, Egypt, reign of Ramesses IV, c1200 BC
The Great Harris Papyrus, from Thebes, probably Deir el-Medina, Egypt, reign of Rameses IV, c1200 BC. At forty-two metres, this is one of the longest papyri still in existence from ancient Egypt

Relief of Alexander the Great being blessed by Amun-Ra, Temple sacred to Amun Mut & Khons, Luxor
Relief of Alexander the Great as the Pharaoh being blessed by the god Amun-Ra, Temple sacred to Amun Mut and Khons, Luxor, Egypt

Relief of Alexander the Great before Amun-Ra, Temple sacred to Amun Mut & Khons, Luxor, Egypt
Relief of Alexander the Great as the Pharaoh before the god Amun-Ra, Temple sacred to Amun Mut and Khons, Luxor, Egypt. Alexander is identified by his cartouches

Relief of two figures of Hapy god of the Nile, Temple sacred to Amun Mut & Khons, Luxor, Egypt
Relief of two figures of Hapi (Hapy) god of the Nile, Temple sacred to Amun Mut and Khons, Luxor, Egypt. The Lotus (Upper Nile) and the Papyrus (Lower Nile) are bound together through inundation

Relief depicting the lioness-headed goddess Mut presenting Ramesses II to an enthroned
JBG138882 Relief depicting the lioness-headed goddess Mut presenting Ramesses II to an enthroned Amun, who gives him an ankh, from the Great Hypostyle Hall

Relief depicting Seti I (c. 1294-1279 BC) making an offering to Amun
XIR226170 Relief depicting Seti I (c.1294-1279 BC) making an offering to Amun, from the north exterior wall of the Hypostyle Hall

Ancient Egyptian stele, 11th-10th century BC. A kneeling man plays a stringed instrument before the god Khons. The stele dates from the 21st Dynasty. Located in the Louvre, Paris

Egyptian funerary slab of Diedkhonsu Soefankh, a musician of Amon. He plays his harp before Re-Harakated. From the Louvres collection

Relief of Rameses II kneeling before Amun Mut & Khons, The Ramesseum, Luxor, Egypt, c1250 BC
Relief showing Rameses II kneeling before Amun Mut & Khons, The Ramesseum, Temple of Rameses II, Luxor, Egypt. Rameses II reigned between 1279 BC and 1213 BC

Reliefs of Rameses II with various gods, Temple of Rameses II, Luxor, Egypt, c1250 BC
Reliefs of Rameses II with various gods, The Ramesseum, Temple of Rameses II, Luxor, Egypt. Rameses II is depicted with Ptah (top left) and Min (top right) between Osiris and Ra (lower left)

Closeup of Sphinxs head, Temple sacred to Amun Mut & Khons, Luxor, Egypt, c370 BC
Closeup of a sphinxs head from the avenue of Sphinxes, Temple sacred to Amun Mut and Khons, Luxor, Egypt, c370 BC. The avenue of Sphinxes leads the way to the Temple sacred to Amun, Mut and Khons

Frontal view of sphinx from the avenue of Sphinxes, Temple sacred to Amun Mut & Khons, Luxor, Egypt
Frontal view of a sphinx from the avenue of Sphinxes, Temple sacred to Amun Mut and Khons, Luxor, Egypt, c370 BC. The avenue of Sphinxes leads the way to the Temple sacred to Amun, Mut and Khons

A sphinx from the avenue of Sphinxes, Temple sacred to Amun Mut & Khons, Luxor, Egypt, c370 BC
A sphinx from the avenue of Sphinxes, Temple sacred to Amun Mut and Khons, Luxor, Egypt, c370 BC. The avenue of Sphinxes leads the way to the Temple sacred to Amun, Mut and Khons

Obelisk of Ramesses II, Temple sacred to Amun Mut & Khons, Luxor, Egypt, c13th century BC
Obelisk of Rameses II, Temple sacred to Amun Mut and Khons, Luxor, Egypt, c13th century BC. Rameses II reigned between 1307 BC and 1237 BC

Relief of the Pharaoh smiting his enemies, Temple sacred to Amun, Mut and Khons, Luxor, Egypt

Temple sacred to Amun Mut & Khons (Khonsu), Luxor, Egypt
Temple sacred to Amun Mut and Khons (Khonsu) the sacred triad of Thebes, Luxor, Egypt. The temple was built from the 12th Dynasty onwards including much by Amenhotep III and Rameses II

Egyptian views Karnak Temple Khons 1900 Egypt
Egyptian views Karnak. Temple of Khons 1900, Egypt, Karnak

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"Exploring the Mystical World of Khons: A Journey through Luxor's Sacred Temples" Step into the ancient city of Luxor, Egypt, and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Khons. This enigmatic deity holds a significant place in Egyptian mythology, revered as the son of Amun-Ra and Mut. As you wander through the sacred temples dedicated to Amun Mut & Khons, prepare to be awestruck by their grandeur. One remarkable relief transports you back to an era when Alexander the Great sought blessings from Amun-Ra himself. The intricately carved depiction showcases his reverence for this powerful god, highlighting his divine connection with humanity. The Great Harris Papyrus is a true treasure from Thebes that dates back to around 1200 BC during Ramesses IV's reign. It offers invaluable insights into ancient Egyptian life and customs, shedding light on their beliefs and practices surrounding Khons. Another mesmerizing relief captures Alexander before Amun-Ra once again at the Temple sacred to Amun Mut & Khons. Here, one can feel a sense of awe as they witness this legendary conqueror humbling himself before these deities who held immense power over Egypt. As you explore further within these hallowed grounds, reliefs depicting Hapy – god of the Nile – emerge. These figures symbolize fertility and abundance brought forth by the mighty river that sustained civilization along its banks. A striking portrayal reveals Mut – goddess with a lioness head – presenting Ramesses II to an enthroned figure. This scene signifies her role as protector and nurturer while showcasing Ramesses II's esteemed status among gods and mortals alike. Seti I makes his presence known through an exquisite relief where he offers heartfelt offerings to Amun - illustrating devotion towards this revered deity who played a pivotal role in Egyptian religious beliefs.