Can a shape-shifting god of wisdom bridge the gap between humanity and the divine?
Explore the multifaceted nature of Thoth, the ancient Egyptian deity of writing, magic, and time. In this lecture, Egyptologist Richard Jasnow examines how this approachable yet complex god functioned as a scribe, astronomer, and vital companion to the people of Egypt.
Richard Jasron, Professor of Egyptology at Johns Hopkins University, delves into his thirty-year engagement with Thoth. Far from being a simple figure, Thoth is a profound shape-shifter whose responsibilities span from the invention of language and writing to the oversight of astronomy and the very essence of time. As the scribe, interpreter, and adviser to the gods, he also served as the representative of the sun god, Re.
The lecture uses both text and imagery to investigate the relationship between humans and this powerful deity. While Thoth's many forms make him difficult to pin down, he remained a deity whom Ancient Egyptians turned to in times of need, embodying an approachable presence within a complex religious landscape.
Source: Do You Believe in Thoth? My Life With an Amiable Ancient Egyptian God
