Nile Horoscope

The Nile horoscope, also known as the Dendera zodiac, is a famous Egyptian bas-relief carving from the Hellenistic period, discovered at the Hathor temple in Dendera. It is a circular depiction of the zodiac, combining Egyptian and Greek astronomical and astrological symbols. The horoscope is notable for its representation of the constellations and planets known to the ancient Egyptians and Greeks, including the Nile god Hapi, who is depicted at the center, symbolizing the importance of the Nile River to Egyptian life. The term "Nile horoscope" is sometimes used to emphasize the Egyptian context and the river's significance. In Hebrew, it can be translated as מַזָּל הַיָּרְדֵּן (Mazal HaYarden), using the Hebrew name for the Nile River, although this is not a direct translation. In Arabic, it is known as برج النيل (Burj al-Nil). The artifact provides valuable insights into the astronomical knowledge and religious beliefs of the ancient Egyptians during the Ptolemaic period.