Zodiaque Circulaire (Denderah), Egypte - Thierkreis, Aegypten (Drawing of the Circular Zodiac Relief Found in the Temple of Dendera, Ancient Egypt)

Description

This engraving depicts a circular zodiac relief found in the Temple of Dendera in Egypt. This drawing is an important visual source about ancient Egyptian astronomical knowledge, understanding of seasonal cycles, and mythological interpretations of the stars. In the center is a circular composition featuring zodiac constellations and astronomical figures. Within the circle are astronomical elements such as zodiac symbols (Leo, Taurus, Libra), planetary deities, cosmic figures related to the Sun and Moon, and depictions of the sky goddess Nut. The outer bands surrounding the circle contain hieroglyphic texts, deities associated with temple rituals, and various cosmic symbols.