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The Protective Role of Bes- image for Women and Children in Ancient Egypt

Abstract
Bes- image played several protective roles in ancient Egypt. He was a protector of women and children during and after childbirth as well as during sleep. He was also a god of warfare and death. In addition he was closely associated with sexuality, music, dance, and alcoholic beverages. Bes-images are found on many items: Bedroom furniture, toiletry items, amulets, jewelry, musical instruments, st...
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Keywords
Bedroom
MAGIC (telescope)
Fresco
Psychology
Visual arts
Art
History
Painting
Archaeology
Physics
Quantum mechanics
Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
Gender equality

2017
Article

Open Access


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The Protective Role of Bes- image for Women and Children in Ancient Egypt
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The Protective Role of Bes- image for Women and Children in Ancient Egypt

Abstract
Bes- image played several protective roles in ancient Egypt. He was a protector of women and children during and after childbirth as well as during sleep. He was also a god of warfare and death. In addition he was closely associated with sexuality, music, dance, and alcoholic beverages. Bes-images are found on many items: Bedroom furniture, toiletry items, amulets, jewelry, musical instruments, st...
View PDF
Keywords
Bedroom
MAGIC (telescope)
Fresco
Psychology
Visual arts
Art
History
Painting
Archaeology
Physics
Quantum mechanics
Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
Gender equality

2017
Article

Open Access


pdf file