Khnum
- Khnum, one of Egypt’s most significant ram gods, was closely associated with the Nile River and the creation of life.
- Khnum has been depicted as a creator who molds an infant on his potter’s wheel.
- Khnum’s major cult center was the island of Elephantine.
- Khnum himself was sometimes referred to as Khnum-Re
- Khnum was known as the ‘lord of the crocodiles.’
What I’ve Learned
Khnum, an eminent deity in ancient Egyptian mythology, was revered as a powerful ram-headed god. He was intricately linked to the life-giving waters of the Nile and played a vital role in creation. Khnum was believed to fashion human beings on his potter’s wheel, shaping their bodies and imbuing them with the breath of life. As a guardian of fertility and sustenance, his influence extended to both the physical and spiritual realms, underscoring his importance in the pantheon of Egyptian gods.