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Andrew Sobhy
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The Temples of Philae
Philae is an Egyptian island located in Lake Nasser. During ancient Egyptian times, Philae was the cult center of Isis. It measures only...
Andrew Sobhy
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Quick Facts About Abu Simbel Temples
Abu Simbel is comprised of two temples, one dedicated to Ramses II and one to his chief wife, Nefertari. The Small Temple represents the...
Andrew Sobhy
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Abu Simbel Temples
While the pyramids of Giza are perhaps the most recognizable artifacts of the ancient Egyptian world, following closely behind are the...
Andrew Sobhy
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Ancient Egyptian Games Facts
Board games were a favorite pastime for the ancient Egyptians. Senet was played by two people either on an elaborately carved board or on...
Andrew Sobhy
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Ancient Egyptian Games –Part 2-
Toys in Ancient Egypt Ancient Egypt children’s games and toys were similar to the toys children play with today. Some of these toys...
Andrew Sobhy
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Ancient Egyptian Games -Part 1-
The formal statues and pharonic headdresses found in Egyptian ruins might indicate that the ancient Egyptian people were quite solemn,...
Andrew Sobhy
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Ancient Egypt Religion Facts
The most worshiped gods were Isis, Osiris, Horus, Anubis, Re, Nu and Seth.Villages often chose a specific god to represent. Individuals...
Andrew Sobhy
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Important Documents of Ancient Egyptian Religion
The Pyramid Texts: The Pyramid Texts are the oldest collection of religious inscriptions dating back to 3100 B.C. These texts are...
Andrew Sobhy
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Quick Facts About The Temple of Hatshepsut
Reliefs abound in this temple. Some are of Hatshepsut’s birth and her visit to Punt. Others exist of marine fauna with clear zigzag lines...
Andrew Sobhy
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The Temple of Hatshepsut
The Temple of Hatshepsut is not only a memorial temple that honors Queen Hatshepsut, it is also one of the greatest Egyptian...
Andrew Sobhy
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Tomb of Tut Ankh Amon
Tut Ankh Amon was only at the age of 9 once he became king of Egypt throughout the eighteenth kinfolk of the New Kingdom (c. 1332–1323...
Andrew Sobhy
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Fayum Mummy Portraits (c.50 BCE - 250 CE)
What are Fayum Mummy Portraits? In Egyptian art, the term "Fayum (or Fayum) Mummy Portraits" refers to a number of panel paintings...
Andrew Sobhy
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The Creation of Writing
However much Thoth had to do with giving humans their system of writing (and, to the Egyptians, 'humanity' equaled 'Egyptian'), the...
Andrew Sobhy
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The Book of Thoth
The Book of Thoth contained all the knowledge of the gods. It was nestled in the bottom of the Nile and locked in a series of boxes...
Andrew Sobhy
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Ma'at "The Goddess of Morality"
Ma'at was the goddess of truth, justice, and morality. She was the daughter of Ra and wife of the moon god, Thoth. She weighed the hearts...
Andrew Sobhy
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Horus and Set "A Mythical Murder Plot Continues"
When Horus grew to be a man, he challenged Set to the throne. A series of battles ensued but, to no surprise, Set didn't play fair and...
Andrew Sobhy
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Isis and Osiris "Murder and Revenge"
Isis and Osiris were two of the four children of Nut, the earth goddess. Isis and Osiris were married. As the eldest child, Osiris...
Andrew Sobhy
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Ancient Egyptian Creation Myths
In Ancient Egypt there were a lot of myths that explained the creation of the world, may be they are different in the story building but...
Andrew Sobhy
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Egypt Travel Tips
Planning a visit to Egypt and searching for a number of hints and tips to assist you prepare? Here you will find a lot of helpful info to...
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