Sekhet-Hetep

Sekhet-Hetep
   A portion of Amenti, by which name the Kingdom of the Dead of Osiris was known in Egyptian myth. It was rich in material blessings, and was a place where the dead lived in companionship with the gods. Originally Sekhet-Hetep was situated in the Delta, but later, with the development of religious thought, was moved to the stars.

Who’s Who in non-classical mythology . . 2014.

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  • Amenti —    In Egyptian myth the Land of the Dead and first region of the Place of Reeds, where dwell souls who lived upon earth offerings. Ruled over by Menuqet. The name is also given to the West or Other World, as the region of darkness to which souls… …   Who’s Who in non-classical mythology

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