Traditional
The Story of Ra and Isis
A myth from Ancient Egypt
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Story
The Egyptian goddess Isis wants something from the sun god Ra, so she creates a magical serpent out of the dust and Ra’s spittle. She hides the snake by a well-walked path where it bites and poisons Ra. Even though he has great power, Ra cannot cure himself because the snake has been made from his own spit. Isis arrives and promises to cure him, only if he reveals his true name, which will give her equal power.
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Why we chose it
One of the best known of the Egyptian myths. Ancient Egypt was a popular topic in primary schools for many years and children enjoy the drama of the myths.