SOBEK'S TEMPLE

Blessing:
Sobek is a fierce protector and powerful ally; he drives off frightening things because he is by far more frightening than them; he helps us confront our fears and tear away whatever is hindering us.

Epithets:
Sokopichonsis, Soukhos, Suchos, Sebak, Sbk

Equated with
Seth, Horus the Elder, Kronos, the Dioskouroi, Agathos Daimon

Associations:
Was scepter, plumed crown, crocodile, teeth, black, red

Festivals:
Birthday of Sobek (11 Mechier)
Festival of Sobek (4 Khoiak)

Ways to honor:
Live fearlessly; become familiar with the dark, both within and without; defend those who are weaker than you.

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Ancient hymns and poetry
Ancient texts
Modern hymns and poetry - forthcoming
The Loves of Sobek by Phillupus
Modern devotional texts - forthcoming
Essays - forthcoming

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Links
TourEgypt article on Sobek
A second TourEgypt article on Sobek
Wikipedia entry on Sobek
Some Sobek images
Great Temple of Suchos and Horus
Sobek temples in the Faiyum
Kom Ombo
Karanis
Tebtunis