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Egyptian goose deity
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Gengen-Wer or Negeg-Wer (Ngg wr) is an Ancient Egyptian god of creation who appeared like a Goose, Possibly a Egyptian goose.[1] His name can translate to great honker or great cackler. He is said to guard a celestial egg containing a powerful creative energy. He also played a minor role in one spell in Chapter 59 of the Book of the Dead.[2]
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