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Apepi

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[ah-pe-pee] / ɑˈpɛ pi /

noun

Egyptian Mythology.
  1. Apophis.


Etymology

Origin of Apepi

Vocalization of Egyptian "'pp; compare Coptic apho:ph

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They are in diorite, and have the name of Apepi engraved upon them.

From Ancient Egypt by Rawlinson, George

But it is evident that Apepi was completely disappointed in his hope of crushing the rising native power before it had grown too strong.

From Ancient Egypt by Rawlinson, George

If, however, we are to place Joseph under one of the "Shepherd Kings," there can be no reason why we should not accept the tradition which connects him with Apepi.

From Ancient Egypt by Rawlinson, George

The third of these, Taa-ken, or "Taa the Victorious," was contemporary with Apepi, and paid his tribute punctually, year by year, to his lawful suzerain.

From Ancient Egypt by Rawlinson, George

The pacific rule of Apepi and his predecessors allowed Thebes to increase in power, and her monuments now recommence.

From Ancient Egypt by Rawlinson, George

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