Elephantine Triad
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Anquet — (or Anuket) Egyptian goddess, third of the Elephantine Triad, called the Lady of Sati, where she had a temple. She was associated with the fertilizing waters of the Nile. She was also goddess of the first cataract. Usually depicted wearing a… … Who’s Who in non-classical mythology
Khnemu — (Khnum) Ram headed creator potter god of the Elephantine Triad, associated with Maat, Ptah, and Thoth in the Creation. Although he was the husband of Sati and Anoukis (or Anquet), he may originally have been a goddess. He was also known as… … Who’s Who in non-classical mythology
Khnum — /khnoohm/, n. Egyptian Relig. a god in the form of a ram who created human beings from clay on a potter s wheel. * * * or Khnemu Ancient Egyptian god of fertility, associated with water and procreation. Worshiped as early as 2800 BC, he was… … Universalium
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