Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
aten
noun
/ˈaːtɛn/
Definition
Aten refers to the disk of the sun in ancient Egyptian mythology, often associated with the sun god Ra.
Examples
- The followers of Akhenaten worshiped Aten as the sole god.
- In temples dedicated to Aten, rituals focused on the sun’s role in creation.
- The iconography of Aten often depicted a sun disk with rays extending to earth, symbolizing divine presence.
Meaning
In a historical context, Aten symbolizes life, light, and the power of the sun, and is an important figure in the worship practices of ancient Egypt.
Synonyms
- Sun deity
- Solar disk
- Ra
