Editor(s)
Gerald Leonard Cohen
Abstract
This article suggests a rationale for the shape of Linear B sign 16 being that of a human head: The sign likely derives from the ancient Egyptian hieroglyph for ‘face’ (recognized already by Sundwall and Evans) and very possibly honors the ancient Egyptian god Ptah, described as ‘Beautiful of Face.’ Also, remarkably, a total of three Linear B signs may be traceable directly to Ptah, and a fourth one (shared with Osiris) may be connected with him too.
Recommended Citation
Cohen, G. L. (2025). Reflections on the origin of Linear B, (part 8); sign 16 (looks like a human head) and its possible connection to the Ancient Egyptian god Ptaḥ. Comments on Etymology, 54(5) Missouri University of Science and Technology.
Department(s)
Arts, Languages, and Philosophy
Document Type
Article - Journal
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Citation
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English
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© 2024 Gerald Leonard Cohen, All Rights Reserved
Publication Date
February 2025