In Egyptian mythology, Khenti-kheti (also spelt Chenti-cheti), was a

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- god, though he was later represented as a falcon-god. His name means "foremost retreater".

Origin & Evolution

At earlier times, he was the crocodile god of the region called Athribis in

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, he has often been associated with

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and is said to be ''The'' ''Owner of Athribis''. However, during the

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, he was shown to be related to

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and was shaped like a hawk. At that time his name was ''Horas Khenti-Kheti.''

Legend

He could take the form of a giant black bull, named Kemwer. He was later replaced by Osiris, also known as "Osiris, who lived in Athribis".

References

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