The Epithets and Roles of the God Shepsy

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1 Master Scholar, Tourist Guidance Department, Faculty of Tourism and Hotels, Fayoum University, Fayoum, Egypt

2 Professor, Tourist Guidance Department, Faculty of Tourism and Hotels, Fayoum University, Fayoum, Egypt

Abstract

The god Shepsy was a local solar god whose cult was primarily centred in Hermopolis, with evidence of his cult dating back to the reign of King Unas in the Old Kingdom and continuing into the Roman Period under Emperor Augustus. Over this extensive period, Shepsy acquired various epithets that highlighted different aspects of his personality and functions. This paper aims to examine these epithets and explore the roles Shepsy played in Egyptian religion by addressing the following questions: Do his epithets reflect specific theological functions? Did they evolve over time, signaling a rise in his prominence? To answer these questions, the study will adopt a descriptive-analytical approach. This methodology is well-suited to the study of Shepsy's diverse titles and roles, allowing for a detailed description and analysis of texts, statues, and symbols associated with the god across different historical periods. By examining literary and archaeological sources, the researcher will explore the connotations of these epithets and trace the evolution of Shepsy’s religious significance.

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