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Temple of Ramses III. Winged sun relief as a symbol of prote
Temple of Ramses III. Winged sun relief (falcon wings with two uraeus and solar disk), as a symbol of protection above the doors of the temples. New Kingdom. (1550-1069 b.C). Twentieth dynasty. Thebes. Medinet-Habou. Egypt
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Disk Dynasty Falcon Habu Medinet Medinet Habu Mythological Mythology Protect Protection Rameses Ramesses Ramses Reliefs Sculpted Solar Symbol Symbolism Uraeus Wing Winged Wings
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This photograph showcases the Temple of Ramses III, a remarkable architectural masterpiece located in Medinet-Habu, Thebes, Egypt. Dating back to the Twentieth Dynasty of the New Kingdom (approximately 1550-1069 BC), this temple is a testament to the grandeur and religious significance of ancient Egypt. The image highlights the intricately sculpted winged sun relief above the temple doors. The relief is adorned with falcon wings, two uraeus snakes, and a solar disk. This symbol represents the protective power of the sun god, Re, and was believed to offer protection to the pharaoh and the temple. The falcon wings symbolize the god Horus, the god of the sky, while the uraeus snakes, with their protective cobra hoods, represent the goddess Wadjet, the patron goddess of Lower Egypt. The Temple of Ramses III is a treasure trove of ancient Egyptian mythology and religious symbolism. The relief's intricate details and the temple's grandeur reflect the rich cultural heritage of ancient Egypt and the deep reverence for the gods that shaped their society. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the gods were believed to be an integral part of daily life and the temple was the center of religious and political power.
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