The Egyptian goddess known for her role as the protector of the dead is Isis. She is revered as a devoted wife and mother, often depicted using magical powers to protect her husband Osiris and their son Horus. Isis was also associated with healing and was seen as a nurturing figure in the afterlife. Her protective role extended to the deceased as she helped guide them through the underworld, ensuring safe passage and resurrection, a critical aspect of ancient Egyptian beliefs concerning the afterlife.