erha

Erha is an ancient Egyptian goddess associated with royalty and the pharaohs of Egypt. She is often depicted as a wet nursing goddess, involved in the care and protection of the pharaoh and other high-ranking individuals. This role is thought to have originated from the practice of Stationing royal children with a wet nurse to prevent the servants from marrying into the royal family.

Erha's association with the pharaoh may indicate her role in protecting the monarch from evil and harm, as well as conferring divine power upon them. Additionally, her connection to the heavens and the sky god, Atum, has led some to suggest that she may have been a deity who brought fertility and prosperity to the land.

In some Egyptian texts, Erha is identified with the goddess Nephthys, who is known for her similar associations with royalty and the pharaohs. This connection suggests that Erha and Nephthys may have shared similar roles and responsibilities during ancient Egyptian times.

The name Erha is also believed to be an epithet of the Egyptian princess, Hatshepsut, who ruled as a pharaoh in her own right. This association highlights Erha's role in the royal lineage and her connection to the power of the pharaoh.

Despite her associations with royalty and fertility, Erha remains a relatively understudied goddess in ancient Egyptian mythology. Further research is necessary to fully understand her role in Egyptian mythology and her relationship to other deities.