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The Legend of Osiris, King of the Dead

2024/10/3
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Osiris, betrayed and killed by his brother Set, is resurrected by his wife Isis but becomes ruler of the underworld. Their son, Horus, faces constant threats from Set but is protected by Isis. Horus eventually challenges Set for the throne of Egypt.
  • Isis, Osiris's wife, found and reassembled his dismembered body.
  • Horus, son of Osiris and Isis, challenged Set for the throne.
  • Horus won the contest and became the rightful king.

Shownotes Transcript

The story of Osiris and how he became King of the Dead is a gruesome tale and one of the most famous legends from Egyptian mythology.

Tristan Hughes is joined by Dr Campbell Price to explore the myth which culminates in a divine and bloody battle between the God of Chaos Set and Osiris’ son Horus.

Presented by Tristan Hughes. Edited and produced by Joseph Knight, the senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff. Scriptwriter is Andrew Hulse. Voice Actor is Menna Elbezawy.

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