Montu was the God of war, Falcon-god especially venerated in the region of Thebes. Early in Theban history, Montu was an important prominent god. Later when Amon rose in popularity, Montu became overshadowed and was incorporated into the Theban worship of Amon. He was represented as Falcon-headed man, who wore a sun-disc, with two plumes on his head. The conquering Pharaohs of the New Kingdom liked to compare themselves to him. It was said that, in the thick of battle, they incarnated his irresistible warlike force. |
