King’s Son of Kush: The Viceroy of Kush
The King’s Son of Kush, also known as the viceroy of Nubia, held one of the most crucial positions within the royal administration of ancient Egypt during the New Kingdom. This role ranked third in importance, following those of the viziers of Lower and Upper...Read more
Great Royal Wife of the Pharaoh
Unlike ordinary ancient Egyptians, the pharaoh could have several wives. Since the 12th Dynasty, one of them held the special title of “great royal wife” (Hemet Nesout Ouret). It was the great royal wife who was responsible for giving birth to the heirs to...Read more
Myth of Ra
Throughout most of ancient Egyptian history, the god Ra was the supreme deity who governed the passage of hours, days, months, years, and seasons. He brought order to the universe and made life possible. Ra could manifest in two other forms: Khepri, symbolizing birth...Read more
Dynasty 0: The Origin of Pharaonic Egypt
Five thousand years ago, the rulers of Upper Egypt cast their gaze upon the kingdoms of the Nile Delta and embarked on a conquest that, according to all indications, was accomplished by Narmer, the ruler of Nekhen, who is considered the first pharaoh of a unified...Read more
Fashion in Ancient Egypt: Luxury and Comfort
Flowy or tube dresses, skirts, tunics… For three thousand years, fashion in ancient Egypt, for both men and women, changed until it reached an unusual elegance during the New Kingdom. The paintings in the tombs and the bas-reliefs in the temples are excellent sources...Read more
Senusret III: Architect of Administration and Expansion
The reign of Senusret III (circa 1878-1843) marks the zenith of the Middle Kingdom. He is the fifth king of the Twelfth Dynasty, the son of Senusret II and Queen Khenemetneferhedjet I. His reign was particularly distinguished by four military campaigns extending to...Read more
Ahmose I: The Founding Pharaoh of Ancient Egypt’s Eighteenth Dynasty
Ahmose I stands as a prominent figure in ancient Egyptian history, renowned as the architect behind the inception of the Eighteenth Dynasty. Hailing from the Theban royal house, he is the son of Pharaoh Seqenenre Tao and holds close kinship ties with the final ruler...Read more
What is Inside the Egyptian Pyramids?
Despite extensive exploration, these structures, dating back over 4,000 years, still hold secrets. The Egyptian pyramids are incredibly complex constructions. According to the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in the United States, the pyramids comprised a complex...Read more