Definitions for "Sistrum"
Keywords:  hathor, rattle, isis, shaken, egyptian
An instrument consisting of a thin metal frame, through which passed a number of metal rods, and furnished with a handle by which it was shaken and made to rattle. It was peculiarly Egyptian, and used especially in the worship of Isis. It is still used in Nubia.
Oval frame with handle in which are loosely placed metal crossbars which jingle upon being shaken. On the bars are sometimes strung small bells. While of ancient Middle Eastern origin, the sistrum came to be chiefly associated with the worship of the Egyptian goddess Isis.
A musical instrument and sacred symbol of Kybele, Dionysos, Ishtar, Isis, and Hathor which consists of a handle attached to a frame of rigid metal which runs through perforated metal rods or disks. The rods and disks are shaken to create a percussive jangling sound.