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Kom Ombo Wall Relief
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Kom Ombo Wall Relief
Ptolomeic raised low relief of the king wearing the crown of Upper Egypt making an offering to Sobek the crocodile headed god who is carrying the Ankh life symbol. Temple of Sobek and Haroeris at Kom Ombo
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Bas Relief Hathor Hieroglyph Horus Isis Kom Ombo
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1. Title: "Reverence and Divinity: A Ptolemaic King's Offering to Sobek at the Temple of Kom Ombo" This wall relief, hailing from the ancient Egyptian temple of Kom Ombo, encapsulates the rich history and intricate religious practices of the Ptolemaic period. The relief, a raised bas-relief, portrays a Ptolemaic king, adorned in the crowns of Upper and Lower Egypt, making an offering to the crocodile-headed god, Sobek. Sobek, the deity of the Nile, fertility, and the protector of pharaohs, is depicted in this relief with his signature symbol, the Ankh, which represents the eternal cycle of life. The king, with hands outstretched, presents offerings, symbolizing the continuation of the divine order and the pharaoh's role as the intermediary between the gods and the people. The intricate hieroglyphs inscribed on the relief further emphasize the sacred significance of the scene. The hieroglyphs depict various gods and goddesses, including Horus, the falcon-headed god of the sky, Hathor, the goddess of love, music, and dance, and Isis, the goddess of motherhood and magic. These deities were revered alongside Sobek, reflecting the syncretic nature of ancient Egyptian religion. The Temple of Sobek and Haroeris at Kom Ombo, where this relief was discovered, is a testament to the architectural and artistic achievements of the Ptolemaic era. The temple, dedicated to both Sobek and Haroeris, the falcon-headed god, showcases the blending of Egyptian and Greek influences, as evidenced by the Greek inscriptions and statues of Greek gods found within its walls. This wall relief, with its intricate details and historical significance, invites us to explore the complex religious practices and cultural exchanges that shaped ancient Egypt during the Ptolemaic period.
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