Montu
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For other uses, see Montu (disambiguation).
Montu was a falcon-god of war in the ancient Egyptian religion, an embodiment of the conquering vitality of the pharaoh.[1] He was particularly worshipped in Upper Egypt and in the district of Thebes.[2]
[Ramesses II] whom victory was foretold as he came from the womb,
Whom valor was given while in the egg,
Bull firm of heart as he treads the arena,
Godly king going forth like Montu on victory day.
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Major cult center | Hermonthis, Thebes, Medamud, El-Tod | |||
Consort | Raet-Tawy, Tjenenyet, Iunit, or Satet |
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