Dedun God of Wealth - Ancient Egyptian Gods And Goddesses - Egypt Tours Portal Dedun was an ancient god of wealth, prosperity, and incense. He was worshipped mainly in Sudan and Nubia, a region south of Egypt that was sometimes under Egyptian control. He was mentioned in the pyramid texts and was believed to provide the precious resources that came from Nubia, such as gold, ebony, ivory, and exotic animals. He was also the patron of craftsmen who made incense and perfume. He was often shown as a lion-headed man wearing a crown with horns and plumes. | Fantasy