Abstract
It is proposed that the god Anubis was represented by an animal that is a synthesis of all the canid species that were known to the ancient Egyptians, and that this abstract form was based upon a shared behavioural trait that was deemed particularly appropriate for a mortuary deity.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 17-24 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Göttinger Miszellen |
Volume | 216 |
Publication status | Published - 2008 |
Keywords
- canid behaviour
- Anubis
- Wepwawet
- Egyptian religion