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Why did Egyptian art and architecture often depicit animals such as the lion body of the sphinx?
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There are several theories as to why the ancient Egyptians worshiped gods that were part animal, although the truth remains a mystery. One theory is that animals were so integral to the well being and culture of ancient Egyptians that they imagined the gods to be part animal. Another theory is that the animal aspect of the gods represented character traits that the gods had, such as the wisdom and vision of the falcon that was attributed to the sun god Ra.
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Sphinx or Sphynx Which one is the correct spelling for the Egyptian Statue?
Sphinx.
What does the Egyptian sphinx NOT look like?
you.
Whats a Egyptian landmark?
a sphinx
How may Egyptian sphinx are they?
three
What culture is the sphinx of Giza?
Egyptian
Was an Egyptian sphinx hallow?
They were usually the guardians of the temples and at times the Great Sphinx was worshipped.
Is the riddle of the sphinx greek or Egyptian?
Greek.
What is the Egyptian Sphinx made of?
A stone called megaliths.
How does the sphinx relate to ancient Egyptian religion?
It doesn't
What facial feature is the Egyptian Sphinx lacking?
The nose.
Is sphinx associated with Egyptian history?
the egyptians worshiped the sphinx as a god the name sphinx is made by the Greeks its actual name is pe'r ah'h
Which pharaoh is the great sphinx thought to be a portrait of?
The Great Sphinx is thought to be a portrait of the Egyptian pharaoh Khafre.
