Caption
Minoan Snake Goddess figurines c 1600 BCE. Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Dimension: height 131/2 inches (34.3 cm)
Medium: Faience
Chthonic role and her cult, cultural (Egyptian religion and culture links to the Minoan religion and culture)
Snake Goddess ties with an Egyptian Goddess of the Nile Delta.
Thesis Statement
When archeologist A. Evan found the Snake Goddess in Crete he originally identified her as votary shortly after reconstructing the figuring he then associated her with Egypt Nile Goddess Wadjet also referred to as ancient Egyptian cobra.
Description (Formal Analysis):
Significance of the snakes depicted as rebirth, immortality cult.
Exposed breast symbolizing fertility
Art in Context:
Minoans were sea traders through their travels they encounter diverse people including Egyptian; it is undeniable that Egypt influenced their culture.
Conclusive Thought:
My primary focus was on Egyptian influence on Minoan culture and religion.
Although A. Evan evidence comparing the Nile Egyptian with the Snake Goddess prove some valid resemblance further study is necessary.
How much of Egyptian culture did the Minoan adopted what were their beliefs
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Thesis statement: In this research, I will investigate the basic concepts of the Egyptian mythology and its gods.
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