God Khonsu | God Of The Moon

God Khonsu | God Of The Moon

God Khonsu

In the pyramid and sarcophagus texts Khonsu is shown as a fierce and sometimes menacing god. He is the feeder of the gods and the pharaoh. He is the protector against evil spirits.

Khonsu as the Nocturnal Traveler

Khonsu is famous for his nocturnal journeys across the sky in his boat. He is part of the Theban triad, son of Mut and Amun. He is often shown as a bearded man in a marching pose, and can also be a child and is sometimes crowned with a crescent moon.

The Moon God and His Symbols

Khonsu is represented by a sceptre and a necklace, sometimes as a man with the head of a hawk. He was the god who protected against evil spirits and a healer. His influence was widespread in ancient Egypt.

Temples and Worship

The main temple of Khonsu is in Karnak, within the temple of Amun. In Kom Ombo he was the son of Sobek and Hathor. Construction of his temple started under Ramses III in the New Kingdom and was finished in the Ptolemaic period.

Khonsu and Time

Khonsu is related to time, he is shown holding a palm branch to measure time. He is called the "youth bolt" he has the energy of youth and the celestial power of the moon.