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The word aton refers to the unique solar deity worshipped during a fascinating period of ancient Egyptian history. This noun identifies the sun disc that became the center of a monotheistic cult established by the Pharaoh Akhenaten in the 14th century BCE. In this lesson, we explore the historical significance of the worship of aton and its role in the Amarna Period. You will learn about its visual representation in art, its alternative spelling as aten, and the famous hymns dedicated to this supreme god. Watch the lesson to master the context and usage of this important Egyptological term.

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