Apep

Apep, also known as Apophis in Greek mythology, is an ancient Egyptian deity representing chaos, darkness, and destruction. Depicted as a giant serpent or snake, Apep embodies the forces of disorder that oppose the orderly universe and the sun god Ra. Every night, Apep was believed to threaten the sun's journey through the underworld, symbolizing the ongoing struggle between order and chaos. Ancient Egyptians performed rituals to protect against Apep’s destructive influence and to ensure cosmic stability, highlighting his role as an embodiment of chaos that must be kept in check for harmony to prevail.