Abstract
The Egyptian god ‘Min’ had many roles in Egyptian life and religion. He was a god of fertility, and protection. The Eastern desert and the Red sea hills were the original homeland of 'Min' as a protector god. This is the reason of depicting Red Sea shells and saw-fish on his three colossal statues excavated at Coptos. Two of these statues are on display in Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, and the third is in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. This study includes hieroglyphic texts and scenes associated with 'Min's' protecting role. The researcher get benefit from Previous studies about ‘Min’ and his role in protecting the desert together with the Nubian (MDAyw ) scouts. This study focuses on the protector role of god ‘Min’ in the desert as place of danger and threat.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callMore From: Journal of Association of Arab Universities for Tourism and Hospitality
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
