Geb: Egiptuse Jumal

Geb is the god of the earth, and the twin brother of Nut, goddess of the sky. He is often depicted with green skin, a goose or a snake on his head, and sheaves of barley to represent the fertility of the earth.

Geb: Egiptuse Maajumal

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Geb was the son of Shu and Tefnut, and the twin brother and husband of Nut, the sky goddess. He was usually depicted with green skin or greenery on his skin to represent the fertile earth. He was usually drawn lying below his sister Nut as she was stretched out in a semi-circle above him. He was typically propped up on one elbow with one knee bent to symbolize the valleys and mountains of the earth. He was also usually depicted with a goose or a snake on his head. He was thought to be the father of snakes, and the goose both symbolized the sound of his name and the sound which he was thought to laugh, which caused earthquakes.

Some versions of his myth show an inseparable love between Geb and Nut, who was both his sister and his wife. Shu grew jealous of their bond and became the air that separates the sky from the earth. Geb was so devastated by their separation that the tears he cried became the oceans and rivers on the earth. In certain retellings of the myth, he and Nut had five children together: Osiris, Horus, Set, Isis, and Nephthys. He was often depicted on sarcophagi because he was thought to protect souls after death.

Geb was a great ruler who united the kingdoms of Egypt under one throne, which the pharaohs called the “Seat of Geb.” One story showed Geb being bitten by a snake which made him ill. Ra healed him, and in exchange, Geb split the kingdom of Egypt in two and gave one piece to Horus, and one to Set, which led to many years of war between the two brothers. He was often also depicted at Ma’at’s scales of justice, where he ushered unworthy souls to their doom in his tombs on earth.

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Geb

Parents

Shu and Tefnut

Domain

Earth and vegetation

Symbols

• geese
• barley
• green skin

Notable Myths

• Separation by Shu
• Five Children
• Separation of Egypt

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What does the term 'Geb' mean in ancient Egyptian mythology?

Geb is the ancient Egyptian god of the Earth, often depicted as a man lying beneath the sky goddess Nut. He played a key role in Egyptian creation myths and was considered the father of Osiris, Isis, Seth, and Nephthys.

Why was Geb important to the ancient Egyptians?

Geb was important because he represented the Earth and was believed to control crops, earthquakes, and the fertility of the land. Ancient Egyptians relied on Geb for a successful harvest and a stable environment.

How is Geb usually shown in Egyptian art?

Geb is usually shown as a man lying on the ground, sometimes with green skin symbolizing vegetation, and often with a goose (his symbol) on his head. He is often depicted beneath Nut, the sky goddess.

What are some interesting facts about Geb for students?

Geb was called the 'Father of Snakes' and was thought to make the Earth laugh, causing earthquakes. He also judged disputes among gods and mortals in Egyptian myths.

How can teachers use Geb in classroom lessons about mythology?

Teachers can use Geb to discuss Earth gods in world mythology, compare him with similar deities from other cultures, and explore his role in Egyptian creation stories. Activities might include creating art, storytelling, or comparing myths.