Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sun-god
noun
/sʌn ɡɒd/
Definition
A deity associated with the sun, often worshipped in various cultures as a source of light, warmth, and life.
Examples
- In ancient Egypt, Ra was regarded as the sun-god who governed the sky and the cycles of day and night.
- The ancient Greeks worshipped Helios as their sun-god, who drove his chariot across the sky each day.
Meaning
The term ‘sun-god’ refers to divine beings that represent the sun and are typically considered powerful and significant in many mythologies.
Synonyms
- solar deity
- sun deity
- helios
