Wosret facts for kids

Wosret was an ancient Egyptian goddess. She was a special protector of the city of Thebes in Upper Egypt. Her name means "the powerful one." Wosret became very important during a peaceful time in Egypt called the 12th Dynasty. During this time, three kings (pharaohs) were even named after her. For example, one pharaoh was called Senwosret, which means "Man of Wosret."

Who Was Wosret?

Wosret was first known as a local goddess. She watched over and protected the area around Thebes. People believed she had great strength and power. Her role was to keep the land and its people safe.

Wosret's Rise to Importance

Wosret's popularity grew a lot during the 12th Dynasty. This was a time of peace and stability in ancient Egypt. Kings from this dynasty ruled for a long time and made Egypt strong. Because the kings honored Wosret, she became known across more of Egypt.

Pharaohs Named After Wosret

It was a great honor for a pharaoh to be named after a god or goddess. Three pharaohs of the 12th Dynasty were named Senwosret. This shows how important Wosret became. These kings likely believed that Wosret's power would help them rule.

• Senwosret I: He was the second pharaoh of the 12th Dynasty. He ruled for about 45 years.
• Senwosret II: He was the fourth pharaoh of the 12th Dynasty. He focused on building projects.
• Senwosret III: He was the fifth pharaoh. He was known for his military campaigns and strong rule.

These pharaohs helped make Wosret a well-known goddess.

Wosret's Appearance

Wosret is rarely shown in ancient Egyptian art. When she is, she often looks like a woman. She might wear a special crown with a feather or a sun disk. Sometimes, she is shown with a staff, which is a sign of her power. Her image is not as common as other famous goddesses like Isis or Hathor.

Wosret's Worship

People in Thebes would have worshipped Wosret in temples. They would have offered prayers and gifts to her. They hoped she would continue to protect their city and their families. Even though she is not as famous today, she was very important to the people of her time.

Images for kids

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  A rare image of Wosret (on the right) on a stone slab. It shows pharaohs Hatshepsut and Thutmose III giving gifts to Amun (on the left).

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