have just been captivated by a statue of the Goddess Neith (Egyptian)

[antiquitas]

So I was visiting the Museum of Mediterranean Archaeology in Marseille, FR when I glanced upon what is probably the most captivating, life size statue I've ever seen. Photos aren't allowed but I could not resist. I can't find any photos of it online either, and if Google Image Search is any indication this is a very unique representation of the Egyptian Goddess Neith.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v615/antiquitas/th_IMG-20110603-00223.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v615/antiquitas/IMG-20110603-00223.jpg)

I never heard of her before today. I'd never payed much attention to the Egyptian pantheon. Here is her Wiki page. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neith)

It was one of those situations where if you stare long enough at a statue you feel as if it will come to life, wink or raise an arm to you. After looking at it too long I had to look away.
Perhaps all that was because it was life-size (I have the same problem with wax statues, but instead of being captivated by them I'm terrified of them! :nyah:)

After reading about her I can see why I would like her.... she's basically Hera/Artemis/Athena all in one.

All I can say is that I felt something from/with that statue and it was amazing...

Anyone else ever get that? lol :huh:

[Agaliha]

Neith is awesome!

You might find this helpful:Neith/Nit/Net {Goddess of the Week} (http://mysticwicks.com/showthread.php?168157-Neith-Nit-Net-Goddess-of-the-Week)

I have other links too. I should add them to the DoTW thread, laters.
There are a few books that talk about her and her origins and relations with Athene, too.
Here's one of them (http://www.amazon.com/Cult-Divine-Birth-Ancient-Greece/dp/0230614779).


Anyone else ever get that?
Yes, I have before.
I'll share later, when I have more time (gotta go through new registrations right now). :-]

[Garm]

[QUOTE=antiquitas;4662773It was one of those situations where if you stare long enough at a statue you feel as if it will come to life, wink or raise an arm to you. After looking at it too long I had to look away.
Anyone else ever get that? lol :huh:
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http://www.flickr.com/photos/sue70/459323025/

[Devo]

I have gotten that before. It wouldn't surprise me if that statue was open. Which would cause it to feel alive, because in essence, it is.

-Devo

[Sobek]

Neith, is Great! The Moment of the Dark Moon is her Time. The Sea is her repository; Wisdom and Purity are her favored attributes.