Ancient History
Ancient Egypt: The Final Years of Dynasty XXII
Despite the chaotic conditions in the last years of the Dynasty XXII, such as the civil war and the new “Dynasty XXIII”, Egypt remained on a stable path. […]
Professor Bob Brier
Ancient History
The Role of Pierre Montent in Egyptian Archeology
The excavations of Pierre Montent are a cornerstone for the reconstruction of Egyptian history during the Dynasty XXII. […]
Ancient History
The Reign of Libyans: How Did King Sheshonq I Unite Egypt?
King Sheshonq I started Dynasty XXII as the first Libyan king of Egypt. During his reign, he used his sons to stabilize his power and achieve his goals. […]
History
Ancient Egypt: The Discovery of Queen Tiye’s Mummy
Victor Loret found the “elder lady”, the mummy that would later be identified as the mummy of Queen Tiye, or the grandmother of Tutankhamun. […]
Ancient History
Egypt: What Happened to Dynasty XXI after Ramses XI?
Dynasty XXI is known for having simultaneous rulers. The kings in the north were capable, wealthy people who altered history with their actions. […]
Ancient History
Ancient Egypt: The Southern Kings of Dynasty XXI
During Dynasty XXI, Egypt was divided into north and south. During that time, the southern kings, like Pinedjem and Pinedjem II, took revolutionary actions. […]
Ancient History
How Amulets Were Important in Ancient Egypt
Ancient Egypt strongly believed in the magic and power of amulets. Each amulet had its specific significance and was worn in accordance with the intended goal. […]
History
Ushabtis and Oracles: Egyptian Magical Statuettes for the Next Life
The Egyptians believed in resurrection and the next life which is going to be a better version of the present one. So they carried small statues called Ushabtis who would work in their place as servants. similarly, magical were oracle statues of gods that could speak and deliver legal judgements. […]
History
Ancient Egypt and Elements of the Magical Realm
Ancient Egypt strongly believed in magic. They had goddesses of magic called Heka and Isis. Magic had certain essential elements and was not only about spell. The ritual associated with it was equally important. Moreover, the magician was usually a learned man adept in the skills. […]
History
The Beginning of the End of Ancient Egypt
With the death of Ramses III, Egypt started inching towards its downfall. All the successors of the Ramses dynasty failed to revive the lost glory of Egypt and the land eventually succumbed to robbers and plunderers. […]