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Satet

Satet: The Goddess of the Nile River and Hunting The Introduction Satet is one of the ancient Egyptian goddesses, worshipped for her association with the Nile River and hunting. She was believed to have been born in a small village in Upper Egypt, known as Elephantine Island. Satet was considered to be an important goddess in ancient Egypt, due to her unique combination of attributes. She was not only associated with the Nile River but also revered as a protector of wildlife, influencing hunting practices. Throughout Egyptian mythology, Satet’s name appears primarily in relation to her role as a goddess associated with the Nile River and hunting. Her name itself means “she who shoots forth,” which is thought to be a reference to the starting point of the Nile River in Ethiopia. Brief Overview of Satet Satet was depicted as a woman wearing a headdress that represented animal horns or

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