Philae temple Built during the reign of Ptolemy II (Egypt’s Greco-Roman Period), the Temple of Isis at Philae is dedicated to Isis, Osiris, and Horus. The temple walls contain scenes from Egyptian mythology of Isis bringing Osiris back to life, giving birth to Horus, and mummifying Osiris after his death. From early times the island was sacred to the goddess Isis. The complex of structures of the Temple of Isis was completed by Ptolemy II Philadelphus (reigned 285–246 BCE) and his successor, Pto

ANCIENT ROMAN THEATRE DISCOVERED BENEATH TEMPLE MOUNT Archaeologists discuss the newly discovered Roman theatre beneath the Temple Mount's Western Retaining Wall. | The Temple Institute