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    Wepwawet - Wikipedia

    • In Egyptian mythology, Wepwawet (hieroglyphic wp-w3w.t; also rendered Upuaut, Wep-wawet, Wepawet, Apuat, and Ophois) was originally a deity of funerary rites, war, and royalty association, whose cult centre was Asyut in Upper Egypt (Lycopolis in the Greco-Roman period). His name means opener of the ways and he is often depicted as a wolf standing … See more

    In popular culture

    In Crusader Kings III, God Wepwawet is the supreme deity of the Kordofan faith.
    Wepwawet is the … See more

    Animal origin

    While we do not know for certain the exact species of animal represented by the Ancient Egyptian sꜢb / sAb animal (Jackal/wolf), the African wolf (Canis lupaster) was one species thought to depict and the te… See more

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    Major cult centerLycopolis, Abydos
    AnimalsWolves
    SymbolWolf, Jackal, the mace, bow and arrows.
    ParentsSet and Nephthys
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  1. The Opener of the Ways
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    Wepwawet's name means 'The Opener of the Ways,' signifying his role as a facilitator for the dead navigating through challenges in the afterlife. The symbolism of Wepwawet as a wolf relates to ancient beliefs about wolves as protectors and guides in both life and death.

    Wepwawet - (Myth and Lite…

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    Wepwawet's name means "the opener of the ways (or Roads)". We believe this refers to his role in leading the deceased through the underworld as a protector.

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    What does Wepwawet mean?
    His name means opener of the ways and he is often depicted as a wolf standing at the prow of a solar-boat. Some interpret that Wepwawet was seen as a scout, going out to clear routes for the army to proceed forward.

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    Where did Wepwawet come from?
    The origins of Wepwawet can be traced back to the Predynastic Period of ancient Egypt. He was originally a local deity in Upper Egypt, particularly in the city of Asyut. Over time, Wepwawet’s cult spread throughout Egypt, and he became increasingly associated with war and death. As a jackal, Wepwawet symbolized strength, loyalty, and protection.

    Wepwawet: Jackal God of Warfare and Death - The Enlightenment Jour…

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    What does Wepwawet do in Egyptian stories?
    Wepwawet, an ancient Egyptian god, is vital for guiding souls safely to the afterlife, with early mentions in Pyramid and Coffin Texts and worship centers in Abydos and Asyut. Now, let’s check out what Wepwawet does in Egyptian stories.

    Wepwawet: Egyptian Deity Of Death And Royalty - Mystery In History

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    Was Wepwawet a god?
    During the 12 th Dynasty, Wepwawet was replaced by Khentyamentiu, a mummiform god, as the god of the Abydos necropolis and then finally by Osiris himself. Wepwawet was the nome god for the 13th nome of Upper Egypt, which the Greeks called "Lycopolis" (Wolf City).

    Ancient Egypt: the Mythology - Wepwawet - egyptian myths

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    What was a Wepwawet in ancient Egypt?
    As a result, their pantheon consisted of innumerable feathered and furry creatures – each a divinity in its own right. Wepwawet, a prominent wolf or jackal-deity dating back to pre-dynastic times held pride of place in the Egyptian religious order.

    Wepwawet, Lord of Abydos and Champion of Royalty: Origin, Myth and

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    What did Wepwawet symbolize in ancient Egypt?
    In ancient Egyptian art, Wepwawet was depicted as a jackal or a jackal-headed man, often carrying a scepter or a standard. He was sometimes shown leading the pharaoh into battle or guiding the deceased through the underworld. Wepwawet was also associated with funerary rituals and was believed to protect the tombs of the dead.

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  3. mysteryinhistory.com
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    Wepwawet: Egyptian Deity Of Death And Royalty

    May 28, 2024 · Wepwawet is an ancient Egyptian deity connected to death and royalty, known as the Opener of Ways. Originating from old Egyptian texts like the Pyramid and Coffin Texts, Wepwawet is linked to guiding souls and …

  4. Ancient Egypt Online
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    Wepwawet - Ancient Egypt Online

    Wepwawet (Upuaut, Wep-wawet, and Ophois) was an ancient wolf god whose worship originated in Upper Egypt. He was one of the earliest of the gods to be worshipped at Abydos, possibly predating (and absorbing) Khentyamentiu …

  5. theenlightenmentjourney.com
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  6. Ancient Origins
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    Wepwawet, Lord of Abydos and Champion of Royalty: …

    May 7, 2018 · Wepwawet, whose very name means ‘Opener of the Ways’, essayed many roles and was venerated not merely as a funerary god, but also as one who assisted the king when he celebrated the Heb Sed and in warfare too.

  7. Ancient Egypt: the Mythology
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    Ancient Egypt: the Mythology - Wepwawet - egyptian myths

  8. Fiveable
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    Wepwawet - (Myth and Literature) - Vocab, Definition ... - Fiveable

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    Wepwawet, Lord of Abydos and Champion of Royalty: …

    From being a god with militaristic overtones, in time, Wepwawet was hailed as the ‘Lord of the Necropolis’, a role he acquired from Osiris, at his cult centers in Abydos and later Asyut too.

  10. Shmoop
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  11. umich.edu
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    Death Dogs | Wepwawet - University of Michigan

    Wepwawet was an Egyptian jackal god whose name means “Opener of the Ways.” As such, he helped the deceased through the frequently dangerous paths to the afterlife, clearing the way to the final judgment of the dead.

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