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1	The impact of the symbolism and iconography of the Ankh, sun-disk and Wadjet eye on modern (“western”) society Coetzee, Derick 02 1900 (has links) Ancient Egypt has long been a place of intrigue and mystery, being held in high esteem during ancient times. In modern times ancient Egypt has once again risen to such a position with many ancient Egyptian-based symbols and iconology being used in modern culture since its birth in the renaissance. Three easily identifiable and commonly used symbols are identified: the ankh, sun-disk and Wadjet Eye. This study attempts to evaluate and explore the extent of the influence of ancient Egyptian symbols and iconography on modern culture as a whole. This is achieved through emic analysis and comparative studies, comparing the context of the original ancient Egyptian symbols (in terms of their symbolic form, origins and meanings/usage) to the modern usage of the same symbols. A comparison between the contexts and usage of these three symbols in ancient Egypt and modern society shows that they are part of a wider trend of “romanticising” ancient cultures to “enchant” our modern culture. / Old Testament and Ancient Near Eastern Studies / M.A. (Ancient Near Eastern Studies) Ancient Egyptian influence Ancient Near Eastern influence Ankh Comparative perspective Comparative studies Coptic Church Emic analysis Iconography Iconology Modern culture Neo-Pagans Sun-disk Wadjet eye 299.31 Egypt -- Religion -- Influence Mythology, Egyptian Symbolism -- Egypt Christianity -- Origin Coptic Church -- Egypt -- Influence Sun worship -- Egypt -- Influence

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The impact of the symbolism and iconography of the Ankh, sun-disk and Wadjet eye on modern (“western”) society