Start Date
16 January, 2024
There will be 10 weekly meetings on Tuesday, 11am - 1pm, starting from 16 January.
Overview
This is the second in a series of short courses that delve into the fascinating world of the gods of ancient Egypt. These multifaceted beings were depicted with human and animal forms, often incorporating natural world elements. Despite their divine status, they were known to have misbehave too!
Across three short courses, we will examine of the nature of gods in the north, middle, and south of Egypt, including foreign gods adopted by the Egyptians. Participants will gain an understanding of the powers of divinities and how they were worshipped in temples, during festivals, and in homes.
The current term will focus on the gods of the middle of Egypt, featuring Osiris, the Aten, Amun, Mut and Khonsu. No prior knowledge is necessary, and you needn’t have attended the first part of this series either. This is an ideal course for anyone with an inquisitive mind to explore and learn about ancient Egyptian culture and religion.
Week 1 - Hermopolis Magna Creation Myth, Thoth and Seshat
Week 2 - The Aten and solar cult
Week 3 - Antinous: The man and the god and Montu and the Buchis bull
Week 4 -Osiris, Khentiamentiu, Anubis and Wepwawet
Week 5 - Min of Koptos, Amun, Mut and Khonsu
Week 6 - Hathor in her many manifestations
Week 7 - Bes and Taweret – Household gods, Heka the god and the creative force
Week 8 – Serpent and Scorpion goddesses, Meretseger and Selkat
Week 9 - The cult of the divine king and the royal Ka, Ancestor cult
Week 10 - Maat the goddess and the concept, Nekhbet and Wadjet: The Two Ladies
Please note that the ‘last date available to book’ date is only a guide. We reserve the right to close bookings earlier if courses are over- or under-subscribed. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure enrol as soon as possible. Registrations will not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm.
Course Lecturer: Dr Joanne Backhouse
Joanne completed her PhD at the University of Liverpool in 2016. Her research focuses on the representation of women in ancient Egypt. However, she has a wider interest in the art of ancient Egypt and the evolution of style. She has lectured on the material culture of ancient Egypt for over ten years, in a variety of institutions and more recently online. She is also Chair of Wirral Ancient Egypt Society.
Courses fees: Full fee £150/Concession £75.
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