Wepwawet originally was seen as a jackal, or, according to some, a wolf deity, with his cult center being at the Lycopolis, (meaning city of wolves in Greek). He is one of the earliest Egyptian Gods on record.

Dec 11, 2024 · Wepwawet, whose name translates to “Opener of the Ways,” is a significant figure in ancient Egyptian mythology. Revered for his association with guidance, protection, and transitions, Wepwawet played critical roles in both the mortal and divine realms.

Wepwawet (Upuaut, Wep-wawet, and Ophois) was an ancient wolf god whose worship originated in Upper Egypt. He was one of the earliest of the gods to be worshipped at Abydos, possibly predating (and absorbing) Khentyamentiu (another god of the Abydos necropolis).

The animal head of the Egyptian god Anubis may have been based on the African wolf, rather than the golden jackal as was formerly believed. [4]

Dec 11, 2019 · Wepwawet was the nome god for the 13th nome of Upper Egypt, which the Greeks called "Lycopolis" (Wolf City). Wepwawet's role was to protect and lead the deceased through the Underworld (hence his name).

Feb 28, 2025 · Wepwawet: The Ancient Egyptian Wolf Deity. Moving beyond Greco-Roman traditions, we find Wepwawet in ancient Egyptian mythology. Wepwawet, whose name translates to “Opener of the Ways,” was originally venerated as a wolf deity and is one of the earliest Egyptian Gods on record.

Sep 19, 2020 · When the Ancient Egyptians of pharaonic times observed the habits of that wolf towards corpses, fearing the lack to resurrect and reach the opposite life, they took it as a logo of the god Anubis, the god of death and mummification, the protector of the tombs, usually depicted as a person with a wolf's head, wearing scarves and holding his hands...

In ancient Egypt, we find several WOLF GODS, notably Wepwawet and Anubis, as well as the hybrid god 'Hermanubis' who was popular in Roman times, and there is also Isis riding side saddle on a wolf!

Aug 7, 2010 · Today’s wolf god is Wepwawet, a deity associated with the city of Asyut in Upper Egypt, later called Lycopolis (the City of the Wolves) in the Graeco-Roman period. Wepwawet is often confused with the god Anubis since they are both …

May 15, 2023 · One lesser-known god among this vast pantheon is Wepwawet. He was an ancient Egyptian deity who was often depicted as a wolf or jackal-headed man wielding a staff or scepter. Originally from Asyut in Upper Egypt; he was closely associated with the city and was often referred to as “Lord of Asyut.”