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  • Ancient Egyptian Civilization

    Ancient Egyptian Civilization

    Egypt is regarded as the land of civilizations from the beginning of time because civilizations were founded there on the banks of the Nile River, which is revered by both ancient and modern Egyptians as a symbol of stability and fertility. The ancient Egyptian civilizations predate Christ by more than 5500 years. The ancient Egyptian civilization started when King Narmer, also known as Minis, united these two kingdoms under his authority.

  • Statue of King Amenemhat I

    King Amenemhat I | 12th Dynasty Kings

    He is the first monarch of Egypt's Twelfth Dynasty, which is regarded as the Middle Kingdom's prime period. From 1991 BC until 1962 BC, he was king.

  • King Mentuhotep II

    King Mentuhotep II | Last King of the 11th Dynasty

    The XV Dynasty was founded by the ancient Egyptian pharaoh Mentuhot II, whose regal name means "the god Montu is satisfied." He governed Egypt from 2061 to 2010 BC. He became the first Egyptian monarch in the Middle Kingdom and is credited with bringing the nation back together following the chaos of the First Decadence.

  • King Merenre II

    King Merenre II

    After just a single year in power, Pepi II, his half-brother, replaced Merenra II. The canon of Turin and Manetone agree in attributing to the new king a reign of more than ninety years, dying more than a century after a rather serene existence after all lively, casual, and generous, so it is necessary that the new king was still a child when he ascended to the throne, according to a literary source.

  • King Merenre I

    King Merenre I

    Merenra I, the fourth king of the Sixth Dynasty, succeeded Pepi I. He governed for a brief time, maybe serving under his father for a few years before ceding power for nearly nine years, during which time he passed away in the early years of his second decade of life.

  • King Senusret II _ History

    King Senusret II | 12th Dynasty Middle Kingdom

    Following his father, King Amenemhat II, as a co-ruler during his latter years, King Senusret II was the fourth monarch of Egypt's XII Dynasty. The thing that sets him apart the most is his intense passion for the Fayoum Oasis, which led him to start constructing a massive irrigation system that runs from Bahr Youssef to Lake Morris.

Ramses III

Details Regarding King Ramses III

  • 05 16, 2023

Details Regarding King Ramses III

The first four years of Ramses III's rule were quiet, and he took to consolidating his state and continued his father King Six Nakht's policy to bring stability to Egypt. There were no problems in Nubia; it was a colony under Egyptian rule. However, the Libyans, along with two other confused tribes, left the desert and attempted to invade fertile land in the western Egyptian delta. 

And the Egyptian army quickly put an end to them, killing those who weren't dead. The Republic of Koreaa" has been captured, and since then, the country neighboring Egypt has taught the lesson. I knew very well not to provoke the pharaoh and not to outrage him, otherwise it would receive the unimpressed.

It was in the eighth year of the reign of Pharaoh Ramses III, that large tribes came to Egypt on their way to stability, and they were destroyed before coming to Egypt, and these tribes or peoples had several names, but the most famous name was given to them. "The Peoples of the Sea", and King Ramses III recorded and photographed his wars and victories against the peoples of the sea on the walls of his great funeral temple in Habu, western mainland of Luxor.

The King also recorded the text of his wars against them on the exterior wall of the Second Editorial, the longest known text of hieroglyph on the temples to date, and the battle against them was depicted on the North Exterior Wall of the Temple.

The sea peoples of Syria stopped in Syria and moved towards Egypt by land, aiming to settle down and reside there. They moved their women, children, and family belongings, using bullpen to transport them. The Sea Peoples' Fleet served as a camp for Egypt's occupation and stability. 

King Ramses III realized the speed of action and stopped the massive human waves. Military forces were sent to the eastern border points until the Egyptian army was fully gathered. The war took place at the border, and the invaders were killed, as depicted in battle views on the temple of Habu City. Pharaoh Ramses III was portrayed in larger size in ancient Egyptian art.

It is known that King Ramses III had a secondary wife as "T", and carried out a conspiracy against the life of the pharaoh, which was one of the few times we talked the pharaoh texts about something like this, and we know about the conspiracy of the trials of the accused from Turin's judicial paper, and the conspiracy is known as the "The Harem Plot".

A number of the Harem of the Royal Palace and some tile bartenders participated in the plot, guarding him and his servants. The purpose of these conspirators was not known. Perhaps the main reason for the plot is that this Queen "T" In cooperation with some of the minors, she planned to assassinate the King in order to give birth to her son. "Pentaurt" on the throne instead of the Crown Prince, King Ramses IV thereafter.

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The relationship between the Pharaohs and the Egyptian gods was a fundamental aspect of ancient Egyptian religion and society. It was based on the belief that Pharaohs were divine rulers and earthly representatives of the gods. Here are key aspects of this relationship:

Divine Kingship: Pharaohs were considered to be gods themselves, or at least, semi-divine beings. They were believed to be the living Horus, the god of kingship and the sky, and the earthly manifestation of Ra, the sun god. This divine status granted them unparalleled authority.

Ma'at and Balance: Pharaohs were responsible for maintaining Ma'at, the ancient Egyptian concept of cosmic balance, truth, and order. Their rule was seen as vital to preventing chaos and ensuring harmony in the world. Pharaohs were considered guardians of Ma'at.

Intermediaries: Pharaohs acted as intermediaries between the gods and the people. They were responsible for conducting religious rituals, offering sacrifices, and ensuring the well-being of the gods. This was seen as crucial to maintaining the favor of the gods.

Temples and Monuments: The Pharaohs built grand temples and monuments to honor the gods and demonstrate their piety. These structures served as places of worship and were filled with inscriptions and reliefs praising the Pharaoh's divine role.

Religious Rituals: Pharaohs played a central role in religious rituals, especially during festivals and major ceremonies. They often wore elaborate ceremonial clothing and crowns during these events to symbolize their connection to the gods.

Funeral and Afterlife: Pharaohs' burials were elaborate affairs with the belief that they would join the gods in the afterlife. The construction of pyramids, elaborate tombs, and funerary texts demonstrated their preparations for the divine journey.

Godly Attributes: Pharaohs were often depicted with godly attributes in art and inscriptions. They might be shown wearing the crowns associated with specific gods, carrying symbols of divine power, or participating in rituals alongside the gods.

Cult of Personality: The Pharaoh's image and name were carefully cultivated to emphasize their divine status. Propaganda and monumental inscriptions were used to reinforce their godly role.

Dynastic Lineage: The concept of divine kingship extended to the Pharaoh's royal lineage. Succession was often depicted as the divine transfer of power from one pharaoh to another, reinforcing the idea of an unbroken chain of divine rulers.

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