This ancient Egyptian magical papyrus contains spells against snakes and scorpions for the protection of women and children at night. Seen here are Bes-Pantheos as polymorphic deity and Atum as serpent deity. The firebrands surrounding Bes-Pantheos represent destructive forces directed at those approaching.
7th-6th century B.C.E., Egypt
Dimensions of the entire papyrus: 12.5 × 235.5 cm).
Location: Brooklyn Museum, 47.218.156a-d