The god, for his part, is not always alone.
He has his wife and his son by his side; next after them the gods of the neighbouring homes, and, in a general way, all the gods of Egypt.

From the moment that the temple is regarded as representing the world, it must, like the world, contain all gods, both great and small.

They are most frequently ranged behind the principal god, seated or standing; and with him they share in the homage paid by the king.

Sometimes, however, they take an active part in the ceremonies.

The spirits of On and Khonu[21] kneel before the sun, and proclaim his praise.