The gods of ancient Egypt were multifaceted, composed of human and animal forms, combining aspects of the natural world. They were thought to live in families, as we do, and often misbehaved! This course will consider the gods and goddesses primarily of Lower Egypt, including foreign gods, the Egyptians appropriated.How they were worshipped will be examined, including daily rituals in temples, annual festivals, and adoration in the home. How they were depicted will be considered to reveal their powers and roles in Egyptian religion.

Week 1 - Memphite Creation Myth (10th Nov)

Week 2 - Neith, Renenutet, Bastet ( 17th Nov)

Week 3 - Seth and Aphosis (24th Nov)

Week 4 - Asiatic Gods – Reshep, Baal, Astarte, Anat, Qadesh and Hauron (1st Dec)

Week 5 - The Apis Bull and Serapis (8th Dec)

A handbook with suggested readings will be provided and each week links and articles are sent out to supplement the lecture.