May 23, 2013

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Psychologist Sheds light on the behavior of Amenhotep IV, Akhenaten

Head of Akhenaten

The twelfth year of the reign of Akhenaten represented the best of times and the worst of times. The relocation to Amarna was successful in many ways, but the beginning of the end in other ways

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Egyptology

The Great Sphinx of Giza against Khafre's Pyramid at the Giza pyramid complex.

Once I was asked, “Why is it referred to as Egyptology, indicating that it is to be studies along with scientific subjects?” To answer this question, we must go back to the year l798 when Napoleon attempted to invade Egypt.

The Practice of Medicine and Dentistry in Ancient Egypt

Ancient Egyptian medical instruments.jpg  Inscription detailing ancient Egyptian medical instruments, including bone saws, suction cups, knives and scalpels, retractors, scales, lances, chisels and dental tools.

It is of interest to note that many of the practices of the Egyptians regarding both medicine and dentistry are still in evidence today.

Sparta: The Antithesis of Egypt

Spartan hoplite

Not all inhabitants of Sparta were considered citizens and those who were not had no rights or protection under the law. A group of Greeks called the Helots who lived in Sparta were considered to be of the lowest class of society, not unlike the untouchables of India.

Social Harmony in Ancient Egypt

Agricultural scene from the tomb of Nakht

There were occasions during the history of Egypt when there was strife with their neighbors and they were able to conduct war, but did not become involved in hostilities among themselves.

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Ramesses II, Ra Messes II, Ra Messes The Great, Ra Messes The Unique

Statue of Ramesses II

What about Ra Messes the great military leader? He came home from the Hittite campaign with all sorts of wonderful stories which were immediately rendered in stone. Again, bigger than life. He didn’t erect just an obelisk, he used every wall space possible to illustrate his exploits.