Horus of Edfu
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Horus of Edfu is represented by the symbol Behdety in early Egyptian religion. He was later identified with Ra-Horakhty. Behdety is seen as the protector of Pharaoh.
When
- First attested
- 2600 BCE
- Attested period
- -2600 – 0
- Historical notes
- Attested from the Old Kingdom (Sneferu, 26th century BC).
Relationships
- syncretized with
- Ra-Horakhty, Behdety
- co occurs with
- Wadjet
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“In early Egyptian religion, the symbol Behdety represented Horus of Edfu, later identified with Ra-Horakhty.”
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