Sphinxes in Ancient Egypt
Sphinxes in Ancient Egypt
The Sphinx is one of the most famous historical monuments in the Arab Republic of Egypt and specifically in the Egyptian city of Giza, due to its unique appearance and its unique location near the pyramids of Giza, which is one of the most important symbols of ancient Egyptian civilization along with this historical statue, and many indicate History and archeologists point out that this great statue belongs to the ancient Egyptian civilization and specifically to the period of the rule of the Fourth Dynasty that ruled Egypt at that time, and some of them dated the ownership of this statue to King Khafra, one of the ancient Egyptian kings and rulers.
This statue of the Sphinx was carved from a single block of stone, and this statue was formed with a lion's body representing strength and the head of a person representing intelligence, which made him combine in a unique genius the strength of the animal with the intelligence of man represented by the person of the reigning king of Egypt as the son of the god Amun Ra, the Lord of the Holy Sun.
The statue is missing his chin, some of which are displayed in sphinxes at the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square and the British Museum in London, and in front of "Abu Hool" there are architectural remains of a sizeable unfinished temple, and this temple dates back to the era of the Fourth Dynasty.
In the era of the New Kingdom, statues of the "Sphinx" with the head of a ram or the head of a falcon spread to the forefront of Luxor and Karnak temples. And King Tuthmosis the Fourth, from the age of the eighteenth family in the modern state, set up a dream painting between the two claws of the statue of Abul-Hall in Giza to support his rise to the throne of Egypt based on his fabrication of a story confirming the support of the god to him to become the next ruler of Egypt at that time.
The campaigns led by Tuthmosis the Third to Asia had a great impact on the development of the Sphinx statues, for the first time the victorious Sphinx who trampled his enemies under his feet appeared, and only in this era did the Sphinx abandon his human head and replace it with the head of the legendary dog or the heads of rams such as those at the entrance to the temple Karnak.
In the Greco-Roman era, there appeared 3 different types of "forms" of the Sphinx statues, one of which is the pure Egyptian style, which is a style that has not changed from the traditional form of the Sphinx, which was known in previous times. The third was a mixture between the Egyptians and the Greeks. The headdress of the statue is pure Egyptian, while the claws and the crossed legs are Greek.
The Sphinxes were not only used through the ages in Egypt but also used outside Egypt, due to two reasons. The first is trade relations and the second is the extension of the Egyptian state to its control and influence that reached south of the Anatolian Mountains. Then, an ivory statue of Nimrod appeared in Assyria.
Latest Articles
Admin
Seabourn Sojourn Cruise Stops in Safaga Port
The Seabourn Sojourn, the flagship vessel of Seabourn Cruise Line's ultra-luxury fleet, was built in 2008 at the T. Mariotti shipyard in Genoa, Italy. Measuring 198 metres, it can accommodate up to 450 guests in its 225 spacious all-suite staterooms.
Admin
Norwegian Sky Cruise Stops in Safaga Port
Norwegian Cruise Line operates a cruise ship called the Norwegian Sky. It was constructed in 1999 and can accommodate 2,004 passengers in addition to 878 crew members. The ship has several dining establishments, lounges and bars, a spa and fitness center, swimming pools, and a number of entertainment areas.
Admin
Explora II Cruise Stops in Safaga Port
Explora II, the second vessel in the Explora Journeys fleet, sets sail in 2024 to redefine luxury cruising. With 461 ocean-front suites, 9 culinary experiences, and 4 pools, this haven of sophistication and sustainability promises an unforgettable "Ocean State of Mind" journey to inspiring destinations.
Admin
Mein Schiff 6 Cruise Stops in Safaga Port
The Mein Schiff 6 is the latest cruise ship in the renowned TUI Cruises fleet, offering passengers a luxurious and sophisticated cruise experience. At 315 metres long, this floating resort features a range of dining options, entertainment, and recreational facilities, including a spa, fitness centre, and sports amenities.
Admin
Mein Schiff 4 Cruise Stops in Safaga Port
When the Mein Schiff 4 cruise ship docks in Safaga, Egypt, passengers are granted access to a realm of ancient wonders. Aboard this state-of-the-art vessel, guests can embark on meticulously curated shore excursions that showcase the region's most iconic landmarks, including the Giza Pyramids, the enigmatic Sphinx, and the remarkable tombs and temples of the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.
Admin
MS Europa Cruise Stops in Safaga Port
The Silver Moon, Silversea's latest flagship, is a luxury cruise ship that offers an exceptional travel experience for Venezuelans exploring Egypt. With a capacity of 596 guests and an impressive 40,700 gross tonnes, the Silver Moon maintains the small-ship intimacy and spacious all-suite accommodations that are the hallmarks of the Silversea brand.
