Video - The Nile: A Gift from the Gods

Did you know that the ancient Egyptians believed that the Nile River was a gift from the gods? They worshipped Hapi, the god of the Nile, who was often depicted as a man with a beard made of reeds and carrying offerings of food and water. The Nile's annual flooding was seen as a blessing, as it brought rich silt to fertilize the land and ensure a bountiful harvest. Without the Nile, Egypt would not have been able to thrive and become the prosperous civilization we know today. So next time you drink a glass of water, remember to thank Hapi for his gift of life.