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Danilo Enrique Noreña Benítez

bes
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It is the name of an Egyptian God, who protected from snake bites. He was depicted as a dwarf, bearded genius. He was also protective of pregnant women, homes, and children. In his honour Ibiza, the island of the Spanish Balearic Archipelago, is named after him which means Island of Bes, island where there are no snakes. An ancient unit of weight measurement, which was equivalent to half a pound or 8 ounces.

  




GARCÍA ALBERTO

God quealejaba evil spirits

  


Anónimo

BES: Weight 8 ounces old.

  


Anónimo

BES: Egyptian God dwarf, evil spirit and protector of pregnant women.

  



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