ANKH


Meaning of ANKH in English

n.

Ancient Egyptian hieroglyph signifying life, consisting of a cross surmounted by a loop.

In tomb inscriptions, gods and pharaohs are often pictured holding the ankh, which forms part of the hieroglyph for concepts such as health and happiness. It is used as a cross in the Coptic Orthodox Church .

Britannica Concise Encyclopedia.      Краткая энциклопедия Британика.