Ankh
A cross having a loop for its upper vertical arm (sometimes also spelled Anhk). The Ankh, known in Latin as a crux ansata ("handle-shaped cross"), is the Egyptian hieroglyphic symbol for "life".
Ankh
The Egyptian symbol of life, the universe and immortality is the tau or looped cross called the ankh, which means both "life" and "hand mirror.
The ankh is a cross topped with a loop that was used in early Egyptian religions. It was associated with Maat, the Egyptian goddess of truth. The ankh can be seen in jewelry today and is still a symbol displayed by many people.
I,36: My scribe Ankh-af-na-khonsu, the priest of the princes, shall not in one letter change this book; but lest there be folly, he shall comment thereupon by the wisdom of Ra-Hoor-Khu-it.
The god extended his arms, and there appeared in his left hand an ankh, colored violet, and in his right hand a lotus wand, also colored violet. "Thus you see me as I am, o man.
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Ankh: The most famous Egyptian hieroglyphic, the Ankh symbolizes life, love and reincarnation. It is often worn around the neck and is shaped like a cross with a loop on top.
It was made to commemorate the death of a Theban priest of the god Mentu named Ankh-f-n-khonsu. Soon after discovering the Stele in a museum in Cairo, Crowley received the mystical communication known as The Book of the Law.
Visualize the flaming ankh within your aura shining brilliantly as you are a conduit for both lunar and terrestrial energy. Clasp both hands over your chest in the "Osiris Risen" posture and then vibrate the name: "Hadit.
 See also: Symbol, World, Magic, Ritual, Spirit
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