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Ptah transmitted life to the gods and conceived the elements of the universe with his mind, then brought them into being with his speech. This has been compared to the much later Logos of Greek philosophy and then Christianity. There were other creator gods, but Ptah has precedence.
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What does Egypt mean in Greek?
It doesnt mean anything, is the greek pronuniation (αίγυπτος-egyptos) for "Hwt-ka-Ptah" (Ht-ka-Ptah, or Hout-ak Ptah) an early name for the egyptians used for their country.
What did the ancient egyptians called their land other than the black land?
The first capital name was Hwt-geb-ptah, meaning “estate of Ptah” (ptah was the Egyptian god of architects and was the creator of the world) The name was later shortened is Aigpt/Heiqpt. This is where we get the modern name Egypt from. Other names include: Twry = “the two land” tm-ry =“ beloved land“ nebty =“two ladies” - (referencing the two goddesses Nekhbet and Wadjet, who symbolized upper and lower Egypt)
Why did Egyptians believe gods favored them?
because the Egyptians were reverent
What did Egyptians believe about their ruler?
The Egyptians beleived their rulers or "Phaerohs" to be Gods.
What is ptah the god of?
Ptah was the god of crafts. Husband of Bastet, father of Khonsu or Mihos.
What does Egypt mean in Greek?
It doesnt mean anything, is the greek pronuniation (αίγυπτος-egyptos) for "Hwt-ka-Ptah" (Ht-ka-Ptah, or Hout-ak Ptah) an early name for the egyptians used for their country.
Where does ptah live?
ptah died
Is ptah a god or goddess?
Ptah is a GOD
Who is ptah wife?
Sekhmet is the wife of ptah
What did the ancient egyptians called their land other than the black land?
The first capital name was Hwt-geb-ptah, meaning “estate of Ptah” (ptah was the Egyptian god of architects and was the creator of the world) The name was later shortened is Aigpt/Heiqpt. This is where we get the modern name Egypt from. Other names include: Twry = “the two land” tm-ry =“ beloved land“ nebty =“two ladies” - (referencing the two goddesses Nekhbet and Wadjet, who symbolized upper and lower Egypt)
Where did ptah live?
Ptah lived in Ancient Egypt. If you want to know where he lives now, Ptah is DEAD!
How did Egyptians make and and use sculptures?
Sculptures were used in ancient Egypt to worship the gods. Shrines and statues were built for Amon-Re, Aton, Ptah, etc.
Who is part of Ptah's family?
Nit-Ptah, who is head of the family.
Who was Ptah-hotep?
Ptah-Hotep is also known as my butt
What was the power of Ptah?
Ptah power is Creator of heaven and earth
Who was ptah the god of?
Ptah was god of creation, craftsmen, and artisans.
Who is sekhmet's husband?
Sekhmet's consort was often thought to be Ptah.
