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Myth of the Day: Aten

Myth of the Day: Aten

Discover the captivating journey of Aten, an enigmatic deity who shaped Egyptian beliefs, revolutionizing faith with radiant brilliance.

Dec 02, 2024
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Region/Culture: Africa, Mesopotamia and Ancient Near East

Mythos: Egyptian Mythology

Primary Type/Nature: Gods and Deities

Mythical Attributes: Aten is the disk of the sun in ancient Egyptian mythology, representing the life-giving and sustaining aspects of the sun.

Role in Mythos: Aten was elevated to a monotheistic or near-monotheistic deity by Pharaoh Ak…

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