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This dwarf-like, protective deity was very popular in ancient Egypt. Bes is represented with the nude body of a dwarf, grotesque facial features, and the ears and mane of a lion. He wears a tall feather-crown and usually rests his hands on his hips. Known from as early as the Middle Kingdom circa 2000 BC. — 02 Jan 2019

Think Egypt Think Magic: The Power of Heka in the Life of King and Commoner – Part I

*By anand balaji*

*Archaeology & Science*

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Ancient Egypt was renowned and respected for her wisdom, art and architecture by all those who came into contact with her. What also caught the attention of these admirers was the practice of magic that was hailed as a life-giver and sustainer; and...
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Faience amulet of the head of Bes from the Late Period, 26th to 30th Dynasties. The deity was worshipped and invoked by ordinary Egyptians as a protector against malevolent forces; design by Anand Balaji — 07 Nov 2018

Bes, The Protector Deity: Exuberant Harbinger of Health, Happiness and Vitality – Part II

*By anand balaji*

*Archaeology & Science*

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Few gods achieved the fame that the lion-dwarf Bes managed to garner. He was not only a popular god among the elite in ancient Egypt, but in time was worshipped by people of every strata of society. His unique appeal probably lay in the fact that...
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Detail from the richly decorated wooden chair or ‘throne’ of Sitamun, daughter and later wife of Amenhotep III, which was found in KV46. The image shows richly gilded images of Bes and two Tawaret figures; design by Anand Balaji (Photo credit: Heidi Kontkanen - Egyptian Museum, Cairo); Deriv. — 05 Nov 2018

Bes, The Protector Deity: His Role and Significance as Defender of the Good – Part I

*By anand balaji*

*Archaeology & Science*

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Few ancient cultures rivaled the Egyptian pantheon of gods and goddesses. Virtually every known creature was represented and venerated as they were believed to possess magical qualities of different kinds. Bes was one of the most popular deities...
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Bes

Think Egypt Think Magic: The Power of Heka in the Life of King and Commoner – Part I

Bes, The Protector Deity: Exuberant Harbinger of Health, Happiness and Vitality – Part II

Bes, The Protector Deity: His Role and Significance as Defender of the Good – Part I