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His stomach is usually shown as portly.

It depends upon which depiction you are viewing.

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What significance did Bes have in Egyptian mythology?

Bes is an Ancient Egypt God, who is a protector of the household and specifically of the mothers and children. His image was normally keep at home in a belief that he would protect the household by fighting off the evil spirits.


What did Bes look like?

The ancient Egyptian god Bes looked like an ugly fat dwarf. He usually had a beard and was naked. He is sometimes shown as a lion or with lion fur on his face and chest. A scientist thought of him as a lion rearing up onto its hind legs.


What did Bes the god of Family in Ancient Egypt look like?

The cat god is depicted as a comic dwarf. Short, kind of like a monkey with a beard. (Trivia: the cat is the only god to be shown in full face, all others being depicted in profile.)


How is the god bes important to the Egyptian life?

The god Bes was significant in ancient Egyptian life as a protector of households, childbirth, and family, known for his role in safeguarding women during labor and children from evil spirits. His image, often depicted as a dwarf with a lion-like face, symbolized joy and merriment, embodying the idea of happiness and home protection. Bes was also associated with music and dance, emphasizing the importance of celebration in daily life. Additionally, his presence in amulets and household items illustrated the Egyptians' desire for safety and well-being in their everyday activities.


Who is the God of the Nile also a god of the underworld and judge of the dead?

Osiris. Anubis was originally the God of the underworld, but Osiris replaced him in the Middle Kingdom.