Significance of Seba Fiend

The Seba Fiend, as described by Egypt, is a malevolent entity associated with Osiris and Ra. It is overthrown by Osiris, demonstrating his power, and targeted for vengeance in the Tuat to ensure the emergence of Nu and the Nile's flow. The Seba Fiend is defeated at dawn and is commanded not to threaten those on the water, indicating a need for protection from this entity.

Synonyms: Demon, Devil, Fiend, Monster, Evil spirit, Evil being

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Classical concept of 'Seba Fiend'

Various literature Books

Meaning of Seba Fiend in Ancient Egyptian mythology, history and philosophy:
Egypt Books

From: Legends Of The Gods

(1) Seba fiends are commanded not to lift up their faces against him that is on the water, suggesting a need for protection against malevolent entities.[1] (2) Osiris, whose valour is most mighty, overthroweth the Seba Fiend, demonstrating his strength and ability to conquer.[2]

From: The Book of Am-Tuat

(1) The Seba fiend of Ra is a target of vengeance for those in the Tuat, who work to make Nu come into being and Hap (the Nile) to flow.[3]

From: The Literature of the Ancient Egyptians

(1) This entity is overthrown at dawn, when a specific entity is born each day, with Thoth exalting the two eyes of a specific entity.[4]

From: The Book of Gates

(1) It is seized when it makes heads come forth from it.[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.