The “Dendera Light” refers to a controversial interpretation of certain reliefs found in the Temple of Hathor at Dendera, Egypt. These reliefs, which date back to the Ptolemaic period (305–30 BC), are often depicted as showing large bulb-like objects that some believe represent ancient Egyptian electrical technology. Scholars, however, generally agree that the reliefs likely…
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Dendera ZodiacÂ
The Dendera Zodiac is an ancient bas-relief found on the ceiling of a chapel at the Temple of Hathor in Dendera, Egypt. The structure dates back to the Greco-Roman period, specifically around 50 BC. This unique artifact depicts a map of the sky, including representations of the twelve zodiac signs, and has been the subject…
Dahshur Boats
The Dahshur boats are ancient Egyptian wooden boats discovered near the pyramids at Dahshur, south of Cairo. These boats date back to the 19th century BC, during the Middle Kingdom period of Egypt (around 2050–1710 BC). Dahshur, a royal necropolis, is most famous for its pyramids, but the discovery of these boats adds an essential…
The Djed Pillar
The Djed pillar is one of the most important symbols in ancient Egyptian religion. It represents stability, endurance, and strength. Depicted as a column with four horizontal bars, the Djed was often associated with the god Osiris, the god of the afterlife.Origins and MeaningThe origins of the Djed pillar trace back to the Predynastic Period…
Abydos boats
Unearthing Egypt’s Ancient Royal Boats: Insights from AbydosA remarkable discovery at Abydos, Egypt, has revealed what are now considered the world’s oldest known wooden boats. These vessels, hidden under the desert sands over eight miles from the Nile, offer new perspectives on the earliest days of Egyptian civilization. The boats, dating back to around 3000…
Treaty of Kadesh
The Treaty of Kadesh is one of the earliest known peace treaties in history, signed between two ancient superpowers: the Egyptian Empire under Pharaoh Ramses II and the Hittite Empire under King Hattusili III. This diplomatic agreement ended long-standing hostilities and established a framework for peace and mutual defense. It dates back to the 13th…