Study Guide Day 24: Popular Religion

Important names, terms, and concepts (from READINGS and CLASS)

Oracle
Fate
Generally popular religion and piety in Deir-el Medina
Magic and amulets
Min
Bes
Taweret

Discussion Questions

How did the people at Deir el-Medina (or other non-royal & non-noble people in general) view the gods?  What were their relationships with the gods?  What did they seek or desire from the gods?  How is the religiosity in these texts different from what we've seen from royal and noble/officials' sources? 

What is the role of fate in the religiosity of the New Kingdom people?