Significance of Divine sovereign chiefs

Divine sovereign chiefs are figures associated with both vengeance for Osiris and roles within the sun god Ra's journey. They appear in different contexts, including accompanying Horus on the sun boat, where they are part of a diverse group of men. Additionally, divine sovereign chiefs of cities are depicted on a green porcelain boat used in a ritual to perfect the spirit of Ra, highlighting their spiritual importance.

Synonyms: Gods, Rulers, Leaders, Emperors, Kings, Monarchs

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Classical concept of 'Divine sovereign chiefs'

Various literature Books

Meaning of Divine sovereign chiefs in Ancient Egyptian mythology, history and philosophy:
Egypt Books

From: The Book of Gates

(1) Bearded gods who give bread and green herbs to the souls who are in the Lake of SERSER.[1] (2) These entities shall destroy the enemies and have their offerings by means of the word Maat.[2]

From: Egyptian Magic

(1) Divine sovereign chiefs of the cities are painted on a boat made of green porcelain, over which a chapter is recited, to make the spirit perfect in the heart of Râ.[3]

From: The Gods of the Egyptians Vol 1

(1) On the left side of the boat of the sun are:— Horus the Elder leaning upon a stick ; Sixteen men, four of whom are, i.e., Egyptians, four are Aamu, four are Negroes, and four are Libyans; Twelve men, called “those who bear ladders (?) in Ȧment,, and who are holding a long serpent; and Eight divine sovereign chiefs in Ȧment.[4]

From: The Book of Am-Tuat

(1) The divine sovereign chiefs of this god avenge Osiris by their words each day.[5]

Egypt was an ancient civilization ruled by pharaohs that left behind an extensive cultural heritage and mythology. The Egyptians build the Pyramids of Giza and various temples of great size. Located in North Africa, part of this civilization’s success is the effective use of the River Nile. Their religious pantheon included many Gods dispersed over various belief systems, philosophies and cults.