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I'm pretty sure it represents immortality. tomb paintings often show the deities of all afterlife giving an ankh to a mummy. it's like giving them the gift of life. you can also search the Egyptian symbols and might find some more information and even more symbols. hopes this helps!
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 12y agoThe hieroglyphic sign meaning life
the ankh was used as the symbol of the afterlife and was used at procicutions
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∙ 9y agoThe ankh is known as the key of life. It is an ancient Egyptian hieroglyph or symbol for the word "life."
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∙ 9y agoThe ankh was a hieroglyph in ancient Egypt. It was also seen as a symbol of eternal life and was often used in Egyptian art.
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∙ 14y agoIt is Worn as a symbol of life.
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What does Horus hold in his hands?
an Ankh
When was the ankh made?
It was found about 340 years ago in Egypt.
What is the amulet worn by pharaoh called?
scarab Or ANKH
What is a scared symbol of ancient Egypt?
The ankh symbolized life and regeneration. An amulet of the wdjt eye (Eye of Horus) was used for protection. The djed pillar symbolized stability, while the wasscepter symbolized royal power/strength.
Why did the Egyptians wear the ankh?
Ancient Egyptians held the Ankh because it symbolized life (immortality) and death, male and female, balance . It can also represent zest, joy of life, and energy.
What does Horus hold in his hands?
an Ankh
When was the ankh made?
It was found about 340 years ago in Egypt.
What is Robert Langdon's favorite symbol?
The Ankh
Did all the Egyptian gods hold the ankh?
no, not all Egyptian gods hold the ankh but many are depicted with the ankh, since the ankh represented eternal life set (or seth: god of evil chaos and disorder) was not usually depicted with the ankh
What is the amulet worn by pharaoh called?
scarab Or ANKH
Is ankh used for mummification?
im pretty sure it is from what ive learnt in history.
What is the symbolism of ankh tattoos?
The ankh is the Egyptian symbol of life and the afterlife.
What does the word ankh mean?
Life. Ankh, The Symbol of Life or eternal
Can you think of a sentence using the word ankh?
She had a necklace with a golden ankh hanging from it
When was Ankh Ka Tara created?
Ankh Ka Tara was created in 1978.
What is the meaning of Punjabi word Ankh?
The Punjabi word "Ankh" translates to "eye" in English.
What symbols does Egypt use?
Ancient Egyptians used hieroglyphics as their alphabet.
