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31 Δεκ 2019 · Sobek was an ancient Egyptian God of the Nile, fertility and crocodiles. Across the land of ancient Egypt, he was one of the most feared and venerated deities, making him a very unpredictable god. He was often associated with fellow Egyptian gods such as Re (or Ra), Horus and Seth.
Sobek Shedety, the patron of the Faiyum's centrally located capital, Crocodilopolis (or Egyptian "Shedet"), was the most prominent form of the god. Extensive building programs honoring Sobek were realized in Shedet, as it was the capital of the entire Arsinoite nome and consequently the most important city in the region.
As the Crocodile God, Sobek protected the Egyptian army, the pharaohs, and the ancient Egyptian people. His strength and courage allowed the Pharaoh to overcome obstacles and also protected him from evil magic.
10 Οκτ 2024 · Sobek was often depicted in two primary forms: as a man with the head of a crocodile or solely as a crocodile. This duality represented his multifaceted nature. On one hand, he embodied the ferocity and power of crocodiles, showcasing his destructive and predatory aspects.
12 Οκτ 2016 · What is Sobek? Sobek is the Ancient Egyptian Crocodile God of the Nile. It was believed that the Nile River was created from his sweat. Therefore, Sobek controlled the waters, and also the fertility of the soil. The Nile, by the way, was full of the aggressive and fearless creatures.
10 Αυγ 2018 · Sobek was the Egyptian Crocodile God who was associated with the Nile River, fertility, and was often depicted as the messenger of Set.
The ancient Egyptians worshipped Sobek as a god of fertility, as well, believing that he had the power to bring abundance and prosperity to the land. The cult of Sobek was particularly prominent in the Faiyum region of Egypt, where the crocodile was a symbol of both danger and divine power. The ancient Egyptians believed that Sobek had the ...
