Pehuy Djat

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Pehuy Djat as depicted on the ceiling of the Dendera Temple on the Dendera D Zodiac

Pehuy Djat is the fifth decan of the main decanal stars of Egyptian astrology. The decan has its heliacal rise during the week of II Akhet 11-20 in the Egyptian calendar. Its name is translated as "end of the crane."

Astrological meaning

The mineral of this decan is galena, a silver-colored, metallic crystalized form of lead. In ancient Egypt, it was used to create the ubiquitous Egyptian-style eye makeup. Far from being merely cosmetic, galena makeup was used by both men and women from all walks of life to protect their eyes from the harsh glare of the sun, similar to the black eye strips worn by professional athletes. Pehuy Djat not only offers protection, but also reminds us that the shining light of our accomplishments must be tempered by hard reality.

Characteristics

In ritual work, Pehuy Djat deals with agriculture and plants.

On the Dendera D zodiac ceiling, this decan is depicted as an upright snake. The same ceiling gives its minerals as galena and gold.



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