Amun

 The god Amun's name means " The Hidden One".  He was the patron deity of the city, Thebes. His sacred animals were the goose and the ram. Amun was a local god. By dynasty eighteen he was termed " King of all Gods". By dynasty 19 or 20, he was called,  an invincible god who was the source of all life everywhere. He was the protector of any pious devotee in need. Amun was also self created. Amun and Mutt had a child, Khans, the Moon God. This god is still worshiped today.

References

http:// www.ancientegypt.com/explore / Amun   Jan.29, 2001

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