Ancient Egyptian culture was filled with bizarre and unconventional beliefs, including in regards to sex. The Egyptians believed in multiple gods, with the creation of the world being attributed to a god named Atom who masturbated, leading to the creation of twin gods. The Nile River was also a symbol of life and fertility, leading to pharaohs performing ceremonial masturbations into it.
The myth of Seth and Horus depicted two gods who constantly fought over the throne, with sexual elements being intertwined into the story. The Egyptians did not place much emphasis on virginity, with premarital relations being openly practiced. However, extramarital affairs were considered a major taboo, with harsh punishments being given out to those found guilty.
Divorce was only allowed if the wife was infertile or guilty of infidelity. Ancient Egyptian myth also saw male self-pleasure as almost divine, with pharaohs ceremonially masturbating into the Nile. While erotic imagery did exist, it was not as progressive as that of ancient Rome.
