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NYT Daily ? September 29, 2025

Egyptian god of the underworld

Answer:

OSIRIS

Hint:

This deity was murdered by his jealous brother Set and later resurrected by his wife Isis to rule the afterlife. Often depicted as a mummified figure wearing a tall white crown.

Explanation:

This clue refers to Osiris, the ancient Egyptian deity who ruled over the afterlife and judged the souls of the dead. He’s often depicted as a mummified king with a crook and flail, symbolizing his power over resurrection and fertility. The name directly matches the clue, with no wordplay—just a straightforward reference to Egyptian mythology. If you know your gods, Osiris is the go-to answer for anything underworld-related in Egypt.

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