Metaphysical Properties

Sobek is an ancient Egyptian crocodile god who represented strength, power, fertility, and protection. He was also associated with royalty, the military, and war. 

Roles

• Fertility: Sobek was associated with fertility because crocodiles are among the most productive animals. 

• Protection: Sobek was invoked to protect people from the Nile's dangers. 

• Military prowess: Sobek was associated with military prowess because of his ferocity. 

• Royalty: Sobek was associated with royalty and many pharaohs evoked him. 

• Order: Sobek was associated with bringing order from chaos. 

• Death and burial: Sobek was associated with death and burial. 

Appearance

Sobek was often depicted as a crocodile-headed humanoid, or as a crocodile outright. He was revered for his ferocity and quick movements. 

Other associations

• Sobek was associated with Seth, his father, and Horus, whom he helped birth. 

• Sobek was associated with the Nile, the life-giving river that was the cradle of the Egyptian civilization. 

Worship

The ancient Egyptians worshiped Sobek to appease both him and crocodiles in general.