In Egyptian mythology, a sphinx serves as what?

The half-lion, half-human is a mythological figure of many ancient cultures, including those of Asia and Greece. But in ancient Egypt, sphinxes were spiritual guardians, which is why they're found near tombs. Although much mystery surrounds the 4,500-year-old Great Sphinx of Giza, the behemoth was likely built by Pharaoh Khafre.

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