Ra is a powerful and revered ancient Egyptian deity associated with the sun, as well as creation and life. He was widely worshipped as the king of the gods and was believed to travel across the sky in a solar barque, bringing light and warmth to the world. Ra was often depicted with the head of a falcon and the sun disk on his head, symbolizing his role as a solar deity. Temples dedicated to Ra were built throughout Egypt, including the famous temple complex at Karnak. Ra's cult was one of the most influential in ancient Egyptian religion, enduring for centuries.