Under the Starry Skies of Nut: Egyptian Civilization and the Sky Goddess

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Floating across the arched heavens above Ancient Egypt was the hero Nut. Her star-speckled nude body formed the ethereal skies above the earthly realm. For over 3,000 years, Egyptian civilization revered Nut as their goddess of the sky and stars. More than just mythology, Nut’s celestial symbolism influenced Egyptian culture, religious beliefs and artistic expression […]