Akh-bird
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In ancient Egyptian mythology, the Akh-bird was believed to be the representation of the human spirit (Egyptian: Akh). The shimmering and glittering of the bird's feathers was compared by the Ancient Egyptians to the glittering of the stars in the night sky. A similar belief is known from Persian Bedouins, who worship the northern bald ibis as a bearer of the deceased's soul.
When
- First attested
- 3000 BCE
- Attested period
- -3000 – -30
- Historical notes
- Ancient Egyptian civilization.
Relationships
- co occurs with
- Akhty
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“According to ancient Egyptian mythology, the Akh-bird was believed to be the representation of the human spirit (Egyptian: Akh). Most possibly this idea was inspired by the attractive shimmering and glittering of the bird's feathers”
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