Title: Maiden at the Forecourt, Temple of Atum
created on 02 Jun 09

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1. solosater wrote:
 The Temples dedicated to Atum, the God of Life and Reproduction, were believed to be the dwelling place of this famous Egyptian God. Only the Pharaoh and the Priests of Atum were allowed inside the temple.
2. solosater wrote:
 Ordinary Egyptians were only allowed to come to the gates, or forecourt, of the temple of Atum to pay homage and offer gifts to the God/Goddess. The Priests of Atum would collect the gifts and say prayers on behalf of the person in the confines of the tem
3. solosater wrote:
 The Priests of Atum would collect the gifts and say prayers on behalf of the person in the confines of the temple. All per http://www.king-tut.org.uk/egyptian-
gods/atum.htm
4. solosater wrote:
 Remove the space between egyptian and -god
5. indigo wrote:
 Beautiful picture and educational! Thanks!
6. matthew wrote:
 You are such a blessing...
7. sheftali52 wrote:
 great pic, and good info, too. Thx!
8. raydog wrote:
 Is this "General" she is offering him?
9. raydog wrote:
 Your favorite drink "General"
10. marius wrote:
 Very nice. I like. The info is great too. Thanks!



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