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