Domain/Influence:
The realm of truth, justice, and cosmic order; Ma'at governs the balance between chaos and harmony in the universe.
Symbolism:
- Symbol: The Feather of Ma'at
- Colors: White and Blue
- Numbers: 2 (representing duality and balance)
- Other symbols: The ankh, symbolizing life, and the sistrum, representing joy and harmony.
Offerings:
She cherishes acts of integrity, honesty, and fairness; offerings can include white flowers, incense, and pledges of commitment to truth.
Personality:
Ma'at is wise, nurturing, and unwavering; she instills a sense of responsibility in her followers to uphold justice and truth in their lives.
Pantheon:
Part of the Egyptian pantheon, closely associated with Thoth (wisdom) and Osiris (afterlife), she represents the cosmic order that binds the universe.
Favored Rituals:
Rituals of reflection, balance, and justice, including meditation, affirmations, and community service. She delights in ceremonies that seek to restore equilibrium in oneself and in society.
Mythology/Story:
Ma'at is often depicted as a woman with an ostrich feather on her head, symbolizing truth. In the Hall of Judgment, she weighs the hearts of the deceased against her feather, determining their fate in the afterlife. Her stories emphasize the importance of truth and justice in maintaining cosmic balance, as well as the consequences of straying from these principles.
