The Egyptians held that all the gods possessed a mystical force called heka. They believed it could be employed to solve problems or to protect, as well as harm, people. The ancient Egyptians took magic quite seriously and looked at it as an integral component of both nature and their relationship with the gods.

Gods of Egypt's best-known creation myths -- Introduction: Isis, the scorpions, and the miracle -- The Ancient Egyptians and their gods -- The creation of the gods and people -- How Egypt's kingship came to be -- Legendary leaders, heroes, and travelers -- The Egyptian myths in modern culture.