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Amasis: The Pharaoh With No Illusions
Ray, John
History Today ,Volume: 46 Issue: 3 (1996)
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There is no denying that ancient Egypt arouses great popular interest, but most of the interest concentrates on periods which have visual impact especially... [continue reading]
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The Pharaoh in ancient Egypt was the political and religious leader of the people and held the titles 'Lord of the Two Lands’ and 'High Priest of Every Temple’. The word 'pharaoh’ is the Greek form of the Egyptian 'pero’ or 'per-a-a’, which was the designation for the royal residence. The name of the residence... [
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