Egyptian Religion

Religion can be thought of as the recognition by human beings of a superhuman power that controls the universe and everything that is, was, or shall be in it. Each individual human being can consider that the superhuman control power is a deity worthy of being loved; or capable of inspiring awe, obedience, and even fear. The effect of these feelings on individuals can lead to the setting up of a system of worship of …

…the Ethiopian mountains flooded its banks, along with it a layer of rich silt, making for excellent farming conditions. Because of this, food would be of no great concern to them, and with trade, economic stability would be established. Stability would then allow time for complex thought and formal education. This balance would be the key to their prosperity, and their religion would be based greatly on worshipping the power that allows for this balance.