Deity Egyptian Lore

Bes

October 30, 2019 Morningbird 0 Comments infants, pregnant women, protection, scorpions, snakes

Bes is the ancient Egyptian protector of infants and pregnant women. He also protected against scorpion and snake bites. He was imaged as a small, dwarfish person wearing a lion skin or having features of a lion. His image was a popular amulet of protection.

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