Nefertem facts for kids
Nefertem was a deity honored by the ancient Egyptians. According to a creation myth, he was originally a lotus flower at the time of creation. He was worshipped as a god of healing and beauty. Since the blue lotus is a flower and a symbol of rebirth, Nefertem is often compared to it.
His father is Ptah and his mother is Sekhmet. They are all worshiped evenly.
Images for kids
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Nefertem, The Walters Art Museum.
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Closeup of a statuette of Nefertem.
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The Head of Nefertem, found in the Tomb of Tutankhamun.
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The Colossal Triad of Memphis, with Nefertem depicted standing at Ptah's right and Sekhmet at his left
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See also
In Spanish: Nefertum para niños
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