Ancient Egypt's Religion was polytheistic, meaning there were many deities who were thought to exist inside and influence the elements of nature. It lasted more than 3,000 years and was polytheistic. Egyptians' religious traditions were firmly ingrained in their lives as they sought to provide for their gods and gain their favour. Some deities appeared in many incarnations and had multiple mythical functions, demonstrating the religion's complexity. Gods having key responsibilities in the world, lesser deities (or "demons"), foreign gods, and occasionally humans, even deceased Pharaohs, were all part of the pantheon.
Formal religious practise in Egypt was focused on the pharaoh, or ruler, who was considered divine and functioned as a mediator between the people and the gods. His job was to keep the gods alive so that they could keep the cosmos in order, and the state lavished money on temple construction and rites. The king was regarded as the son of Ra and was linked with Horus (and subsequently Amun). The pharaoh was entirely deified after his death, being immediately connected with Ra and linked to Osiris, the deity of death and rebirth. Individuals could, however, make direct appeals to the gods for personal reasons through prayer or magical petitions as the pharaoh's influence waned.This sort of personal practise grew in strength. Birth and naming ceremonies were also a part of popular religious practise.
This sort of personal practise grew in strength. Birth and naming ceremonies were also a part of popular religious practise. People also used "magic" (called heka) to manipulate natural forces to achieve their goals.
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