Power And Jealousy In Osiris, Horus

In ‘‘Osiris, Isis, Horus,’’ the author uses conflict to develop the notion that power and jealousy can control someone’s actions. Using these conflicts can help get a better understanding of the characters. Like in ‘‘Osiris, Isis, Horus,’’ people vs. people are mainly used. Power and jealousy can control someone’s actions, they are generally between Osiris vs. Set and Re vs. Nut. For example the text states, ‘‘After Osiris returned, Set became even more determined to rule Egypt. One night, while Osiris was asleep, Set secretly measured the king’s body. He then commanded his craftspeople to construct a wooden box that could contain Osiris.’’ (p16-17). Since Osiris was the ruler of the Upper and Lower Egypt, he had the most power. He has gathered