The Religion of Ancient Egypt

The ancient Egyptians worshiped many gods and goddesses. Ancient temples were devoted to individual gods and ancient Egyptians believed that the statues of the gods were the bodies of the gods, themselves. Priests worked to serve the gods on earth. Ancient Egyptian temples were often more than places of religious worship. They contained stores, offices, libraries, and schools.

Questions

• What is Polytheism? What is Monotheism? Was the religion of ancient Egypt monotheistic or polytheistic?
• Who were the two primary gods of ancient Egypt?
• What book contains the major beliefs and rituals of the Egyptian religion?
• Who did the ancient Egyptians regard as their god on earth?
• What did the ancient Egyptians use in honoring their gods?

Reference Links

Pictures of the Gods
The Religion of Ancient Egypt
The History of Ancient Egypt for Kids
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