Horusset Composite Form

The Horus-Set composite form, also known as the Horus-Set hybrid, is a depiction in ancient Egyptian art and iconography that combines the features of the gods Horus and Set. Horus, typically represented as a falcon or a falcon-headed man, was associated with kingship, sky, and protection, while Set, often depicted with an animal head resembling a jackal or a donkey, was linked to chaos, storms, and foreign lands. The composite form symbolizes the duality and unity of these two deities, reflecting the complex interplay of order and chaos in Egyptian cosmology. In Hebrew, Horus is translated as חורוס, and Set as סת, though the composite form does not have a direct translation. In German, the composite form is referred to as Horus-Set-Verkörperung, and in French, it is called forme composite Horus-Seth. This hybrid representation is often seen in contexts where the balance of power and the resolution of conflicts are themes, such as in the myth of Horus and Set's struggle for the throne of Egypt. The Horus-Set composite form underscores the Egyptian belief in the necessity of integrating opposing forces to maintain cosmic order.