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Ancient Egyptian - The symbolism of Nebu
Identifier
014119
Type of Spiritual Experience
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A description of the experience
Nebu Egyptian [Internet]
This symbol represents gold which was considered a divine metal, it was thought to be the flesh of the gods. Its polished surface was related to the brilliance of the sun. Gold was important to the afterlife as it represents aspects of immortality. By the New Kingdom, the royal burial chamber was called the "House of Gold."