Imhotep
Deified Sage, Architect, and Physician
Imhotep was a historical figure (c. 2650 BCE) who served Pharaoh Djoser as architect, physician, and sage. He designed the Step Pyramid at Saqqara, revolutionizing Egyptian architecture. Later deified as god of medicine, wisdom, and writing. Greeks identified him with Asclepius. Worshipped by scribes and healers seeking his wisdom and healing power.
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