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Which ancient Egyptian god was the chief deity of Memphis?

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Memphis, Egypt: colossal statue of Ramses II — Memphis Colossal statue of Ramses II, carved from limestone, that once adorned the great temple of Ptah in Memphis, Egypt.

The chief deity of the ancient city of Memphis was Ptah, a creator god and patron of craftsmen.12

As the local deity of Memphis, Ptah held a central role in the city's religious life, and his great temple served as a prominent structure where kings frequently added monuments to honor him. Ptah was also a member of the Memphite Triad, alongside his companion Sekhmet and the god Nefertem.123