Ra • Egyptian gods collection • Warm, woody, sweet • Egyptian myt

Ra:
Main notes: amyris, sandalwood, frankincense, cinnamon, coriander, tangerine
A rich, sweet woody scent with warm and citrusy notes.
 
Ra was the most important god in ancient Egyptian mythology, often depicted as a man with a falcon's head with a sun disc above it or a falcon itself. He was associated with the sun, the sky, and royal power.
As the creator of the universe and the bringer of light, Ra was believed to be the ultimate source of life and energy. He was often depicted as sailing across the sky in a solar boat, illuminating the world with his rays.
Ra was also associated with the king, who was believed to be his earthly representative. The pharaoh was often referred to as the "son of Ra" and was believed to have divine authority.
The cult of Ra was widespread throughout ancient Egypt, and his temples were located in many different cities. One of the most famous temples dedicated to Ra was the Temple of Amun-Ra at Karnak, which was one of the largest and most impressive temples in the ancient world.
 
Thoth:
Main notes - benzoin, tonka, ambrette, balsams, cacao, amber
a musky, balsamic scent reminiscent of old books.
 
Thoth was a multifaceted deity in ancient Egyptian mythology, often depicted as a man with the head of an ibis or a baboon. He was associated with wisdom, writing, magic, and the moon.
As the god of wisdom and learning, Thoth was believed to be the inventor of writing and the scribe of the gods. He was often depicted as weighing the hearts of the deceased against a feather of truth, to determine whether they would be allowed into the afterlife.
Thoth was also associated with magic and divination. He was believed to have the power to control the moon and the stars, and to predict the future. He was often invoked for help in matters of education, wisdom, and magic.
The cult of Thoth was widespread throughout ancient Egypt, and his temples were located in many different cities. One of the most famous temples dedicated to Thoth was the Temple of Thoth at Hermopolis, which was an important center of learning and wisdom.
 
Sekhmet:
Main notes - yarrow, cloves, chamomile, frangipani, honeysuckle, styrax, patchouli
A smoky, yet powdery herbal with sharp florals.
 
Sekhmet was a powerful and fearsome goddess in ancient Egyptian mythology, often depicted as a woman with the head of a lioness. She was associated with war, violence, healing, and protection.
As the goddess of war and destruction, Sekhmet was believed to have the power to bring down her enemies with her fierce wrath. She was often invoked to protect the pharaoh and to defeat his enemies.
However, Sekhmet was also associated with healing and protection. She was believed to have the power to cure the sick and to ward off evil spirits. She was often depicted as a gentle and nurturing figure, especially when she was not in a state of rage.
The cult of Sekhmet was widespread throughout ancient Egypt, and her temples were located in many different cities. One of the most famous temples dedicated to Sekhmet was the Temple of Sekhmet at Memphis, which was an important center of the goddess' worship.