What is the role of Amon?

Answer 1

Amon is a prominent deity in ancient Egyptian mythology, often associated with creation and the sun. He is typically depicted as a man with a ram's head or simply as a ram, symbolizing fertility and strength. Amon's role extended to being a protector of the pharaohs and the nation, especially during the New Kingdom when he became the chief god of the Egyptian pantheon, often merged with the sun god Ra as Amon-Ra. His worship centered around the magnificent temple complex at Karnak, which became a major religious center.