Symbols of Power

Question 1

False Beard

Answer 1

Made from goat’s hair, which symbolised manliness.

Inspired by Osiris, considered to be the original pharaoh in mythology.

Question 2

Heke

Answer 2

The Shepherd’s Crook.

Symbol of guardianship and guidance as shepherd of the people.

Indicates the ability to use magic.

Question 3

Nekhata

Answer 3

The Flail

A whip which symbolises absolute power, authority and punishment.

Represents the role of the pharaoh as provider of food to the people.

Question 4

Shemset

Answer 4

Bull’s Tail

An apron with a bull’s tail attached symbolises fertility and power.

“The Strong Bull” is one of the pharaonic titles.

Question 5

Pschent

Answer 5

The Double Crown

Symbolises both upper and lower kingdoms of Egypt united, and the total control that the Pharaoh has over all of it.

Question 6

Deshret

Answer 6

The Red Crown

Pharaoh of lower Egypt, symbolised by a Cobra, protector of Egypt.

Question 7

Hedjet

Answer 7

The White Crown

Pharaoh of upper Egypt, symbolised by the vulture, protector of Egypt

Question 8

Nemes

Answer 8

A blue and gold striped headdress showing the vulture and cobra together for united Egypt.

Symbolises power and kingship of the pharaoh.

Question 9

Khepresh

Answer 9

The War Crown

Blue cloth or leather crown, worn during battle but adopted by some pharaohs as their main crown.