sobekreshuten:

sphinxliike:

@sobekreshuten Ooh may I ask why to use red ink??

“The customary color of demon figures…in wax or clay, red is also the preferred color for ink used to write the names of such demons and enemies. The two uses are combined in execration texts, where both substitute figure (pot or clay figurine) and identifying inscription are often red.” pp. 147. “The Mechanics of Ancient Egyptian Magical Practice” by R. K. Ritner.

“Red (desher): The color associated with fire and with blood… could symbolize dangerous forces beyond the realm of total control… red could be used to signify anger, destruction, and death… Egyptian scribes used red ink rather than the usual black to write the hieroglyph for “evil” and for unlucky days of the year, as well as the names of hostile monsters and gods such as [the enemy].” pp. 106-107. “Symbol and Magic in Ancient Egyptian Art” by Richard H. Wilkinson.

Hope that helps 😀 Good luck! 

Awesomeee. Thank you!