(West Asian mythology)
The Nile was worshipped as a deity, unlike the rivers of Mesopotamia. To the Egyptians the river was Hapi, a well-fed and plump god, who took pleasure in exchanging gifts. He was usually represented holding ears of corn and a cornucopia. In recompense for the fertilization of the soil during the annual inundation the river god was offered food, precious ornaments, and jewels.



![V28 [H] H](http://en.wikipedia.org/w/extensions/wikihiero/img/hiero_V28.png)

![Q3 [p] p](http://en.wikipedia.org/w/extensions/wikihiero/img/hiero_Q3.png)
![M17 [i] i](http://en.wikipedia.org/w/extensions/wikihiero/img/hiero_M17.png)

