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The provider of food for the living and the dead - she holds two pots to prove it
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Dead Holds Living Pots Prove Provider
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Menqet 2, the Providential Goddess of Abundance and Sustenance: A Glance into Ancient Egyptian Religion and the Role of the Goddess Menqet in Providing for the Living and the Dead This image depicts the ancient Egyptian goddess Menqet 2, also known as Menkhet or Meretseger, holding two pots in an offering scene. Menqet was revered as the goddess of abundance and sustenance, responsible for providing food for both the living and the deceased in ancient Egyptian religion. The goddess is shown wearing a elegant headdress adorned with two horns, symbolizing her connection to the fertile Nile River and the life-giving waters it provides. In her hands, she holds two pots, one filled with grain and the other with lotus buds, symbolizing the offerings she bestows upon the gods and the deceased. The intricate details of her headdress, clothing, and the decorative motifs on the pots reveal the rich artistic traditions of ancient Egyptian culture. The goddess's serene expression and the peaceful surroundings further emphasize her role as a provider and nourisher. Menqet was also associated with the goddess Hathor, who was the goddess of love, music, and dance. Together, they were known as the "Two Ladies," and their combined powers symbolized the harmony and balance between the physical and spiritual worlds. This photograph is a testament to the intricacies and complexities of ancient Egyptian religion, which placed great importance on the provision of food and sustenance for the living and the dead. The image offers a glimpse into the beliefs and practices of a civilization that valued the interconnectedness of life and the afterlife, and the role of the gods in ensuring their well-being.
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