Left: Nefertari receives life from Isis;
Right: Amenhotep II receives life from Anubis
Right: Amenhotep II receives life from Anubis
HISTORY OF THE ANKH
In ancient Egypt, Gods were depicted holding the Ankh to the Pharaoh's nose, giving him the breath of life. As a symbol, the Ankh points to divine, eternal existence. It is referred to as the “Key of Life" and is the inspiration behind the fragrance Love, The Key To Life.
The Ankh is a derivative of the traditional cross. It combines the circle and the cross and is sometimes called the “cross with a handle". Its form, its significance, and its origins bridge the gap between so many diverse traditions. It expresses longevity, power, love, and life and so speaks to every culture.
The symbol of the Ankh is not limited to any one religion and cannot be properly defined. It is a symbol that is alive and ever changing, an eternal mystery.
The Ankh is a derivative of the traditional cross. It combines the circle and the cross and is sometimes called the “cross with a handle". Its form, its significance, and its origins bridge the gap between so many diverse traditions. It expresses longevity, power, love, and life and so speaks to every culture.
The symbol of the Ankh is not limited to any one religion and cannot be properly defined. It is a symbol that is alive and ever changing, an eternal mystery.
VARIOUS MEANINGS & INTERPRETATIONS OF THE ANKH
