What Is Egyptian Magic (Heka)? Heka was not just a practice but also a force of creation, believed to exist since the beginning of time. It was seen as a divine energy that connected humans to the gods, the cosmos, and the natural world. Unlike modern interpretations of magic, Egyptians viewed heka as a way to maintain cosmic balance and harmony rather than as a means to manipulate or control outcomes selfishly. In ancient Egyptian magic, practitioners often called upon deities and invoked cosmic forces to perform spells. These spells could be used for protection, love, health, fertility, prosperity, and guidance in the afterlife. Protection Spells Protection was a significant…