Ankh

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  1. 1. Pharaohs were often depicted holding the ankh, emphasizing their connection to the divine and their role as givers of life
  2. 3. Symbol The ankh was sometimes placed in tombs as a symbol of the deceased's hope for a prosperous afterlife
  3. 6. of Life Another name for the ankh, symbolizing the key to eternal life in ancient Egyptian belief
  4. 7. Isis The ankh is associated with the goddess Isis, symbolizing her role as the giver and sustainer of life
  5. 8. Ansata Latin term for the ankh, meaning "cross with a handle," highlighting its distinctive shape
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  1. 2. The ankh was commonly worn as a protective amulet, believed to bring health and prosperity
  2. 4. Ancient Egyptian symbol resembling a cross with a loop, representing life and immortality
  3. 5. Sign The ankh was also used as a hieroglyphic sign in ancient Egyptian writing, often representing the concept of life