HORUS EGYPTIAN STATUE

STATUE OF HORUS

From the appearance of the first kings in Egypt (about 3000 BCE), the ruler was considered to be the earthly manifestation of Horus, the god of divine kingship. Statues of Horus in the form of a falcon like this one were displayed in temples as part of the royal cult, which celebrated the ruler’s role as an intercessor between humans and gods.

Horus The Falcon God

The Falcon God Horus stands with his wings swept back, wearing the double crown of Egypt. This royal crown symbolizes the union of Lower and Upper Egypt and highlights Horus’ role as the legitimate ruler of the entire land.