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185: Sety and Ramesses, House of the Rising Son
1 augustus 2023 · 42 min
Ramesses II: Prince of Egypt. When Sety I took power, his eldest son was probably 10—15 years old. The King's Son Ra-messes (“Born of Ra”) enjoyed a privileged upbringing. And by the time he was physically mature, the young prince was ready to expand the royal household. His father Sety had some plans in that regard… Lees meer
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Date: c. 1299 BCE.
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Music intro: Keith Zizza.
Music interludes and outro: Luke Chaos.
Texts: Kenneth Kitchen's Ramesside Inscriptionsvolume 1. Hieroglyph versions at Internet Archive, English translations at Abercromby Press.
Peter Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt's Ultimate Pharaoh, out now from Lockwood Press.
Select Bibliography:
P. J. Brand, The Monuments of Seti I: Epigraphic, Historical and Art Historical Analysis (2000).
P. J. Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt’s Ultimate Pharaoh (2023).
A. Dodson and D. Hilton, The Complete Royal Families of Ancient Egypt (2004).
M. M. Fisher, The Sons of Ramesses II (2001).
D. C. Forbes, The Royal Mummies Caches (TT320 & KV35) (2015).
W. Grajetzki, Ancient Egyptian Queens: A Hieroglyphic Dictionary (2005).
J. E. Harris and K. R. Weeks, X-Raying the Pharaohs (1973).
Z. Hawass and S. N. Saleem, Scanning the Pharaohs: CT Imaging in the New Kingdom Royal Mummies (2016).
K. A. Kitchen, Ramesside Inscriptions Historical and Biographical, III (1980).
K. A. Kitchen, Ramesside Inscriptions Translated and Annotated: Translations, II (2017).
W. J. Murnane, ‘The Earlier Reign of Ramesses II and His Coregency with Sety I’, Journal of Near Eastern Studies 34 (1975), 153–90.
K. C. Seele, The Coregency of Ramses II with Seti I and the Date of the Great Hypostyle Hall at Karnak (1940).
A. J. Spalinger, The Great Dedicatory Inscription of Ramesses II: A Solar-Osirian Tractate at Abydos (2009).
J. Tyldesley, Ramesses: Egypt’s Greatest Pharaoh (2001).
J. Tyl…
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Sety I, Great Pharaoh, with Prof. Peter Brand
21 juli 2023 · 2 uur 6 min
Karnak, Abydos, foreign wars, and prince Ramesses. In this interview, Prof. Peter Brand joins us once again to explore the life, reign, and legacy of Sety I. We also explore the rise of prince Ramesses (later King Ramesses II), who becomes increasingly prominent in the later years of his father's rule.
Links and more info: Lees meerPeter Brand at Memphis University.
National Geographic documentary "Egypt: Quest for Eternity," on YouTube.
Peter Brand articles and books on Academia.edu.
Peter Brand, The Monuments of Sety I (2000), free pdf version at Academia.
Peter Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt's Ultimate Pharaoh (2023) available now via Lockwood Press. Free preview at Academia.
Peter Brand (with Rosa Ferleg and William Murnane), The Great Hypostyle Hall in the Temple of Amun at Karnak, volumes II and III (2018) free pdf versions via Chicago University. Volume I (by Harold Hays and William Murnane) also available via Chicago University.
The History of Egypt Podcast Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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The Ancient Egyptian Army in the Age of Sety I
15 juli 2023 · 34 min
Sety I (Part 6b): Standards and Practices. The early 19th Dynasty army was a well-organised machine, with distinct units (the zA ‘company’) and officers (e.g., chai sereet, ‘Standard Bearers’). Papyrus archives record the daily business of military life, like the Standard Bearer Mai-Sety / Mai-Sutekhy, the company scribe User-Hat, and the royal administrators that monitored food deliveries, rations, and supplies of essential goods…
Details and sources: Lees meerDate: c. 1300 BCE.
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Music intro and interludes: Luke Chaos.
Music outro: Bettina Joy de Guzman (Ancient Lyric).
Texts: Kenneth Kitchen's Ramesside Inscriptions volume 1. Hieroglyph versions at Internet Archive, English translations at Abercromby Press.
Peter Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt's Ultimate Pharaoh, out now from Lockwood Press.
Select Bibliography:
S. Allam, ‘Trois missives d’un commandant (Pap. CGC 58053-5), (avec 5 planches)’, Annales du Services des Antiquités de l’Egypte 71 (1987), 5–27.
A. H. Gardiner, ‘The Ancient Military Road between Egypt and Palestine’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 6 (1920), 99–116.
B. Heagren, ‘The Art of War in Pharaonic Egypt’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, The University of Auckland (2010).
M. Healy, Qadesh 1300 BC: Clash of the Warrior Kings (1993).
K. A. Kitchen, Ramesside Inscriptions Translated and Annotated: Notes and Comments, I (1993).
K. A. Kitchen, Ramesside Inscriptions Translated and Annotated: Translations, I (2017).
S. McDermott, ‘Ancient Egyptian Footsoldiers and Their Weapons: A Study of Military Iconography and Weapon Remains’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, The University of Manchester (2002).
A. R. Schulman, ‘Military Rank, Title, and Organization in the Egyptian New Kingdom’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, University of Pennsylvania (1962).
A. J. Spalinger, Aspects of the Military Documents of the Ancient Egyptian…
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184: Fighting for Pharaoh (The Egyptian Army in the Age of Sety I)
12 juli 2023 · 45 min
Sety I (Part 6): Mesha, Menfat, Pedjet, Pecherer. By 1300 BCE, Egyptians had developed a sophisticated, well-organised military system. Distinct branches and types of troops (infantry, archers, auxiliaries, and more) marched and fought in identifiable units. Their weapons survive in the archaeological record, and ancient texts and art reveal their equipment, behaviour, and battlefield roles. Today, we introduce the soldiers who won Sety I’s wars…
Details and sources: Lees meerDate: c. 1300 BCE.
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Music intro and interludes: Bettina Joy de Guzman.
Interludes: Luke Chaos.
Music outro: Keith Zizza.
Texts: Kenneth Kitchen's Ramesside Inscriptions volume 1. Hieroglyph versions at Internet Archive, English translations at Abercromby Press.
Peter Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt's Ultimate Pharaoh, out now from Lockwood Press.
Select Bibliography:
P. J. Brand, The Monuments of Seti I: Epigraphic, Historical and Art Historical Analysis (2000).
P. J. Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt’s Ultimate Pharaoh (2023).
A. H. Gardiner, ‘The Ancient Military Road between Egypt and Palestine’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 6 (1920), 99–116.
B. Heagren, ‘The Art of War in Pharaonic Egypt’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, The University of Auckland (2010).
M. Healy, Qadesh 1300 BC: Clash of the Warrior Kings (1993).
K. A. Kitchen, Ramesside Inscriptions Translated and Annotated: Notes and Comments, I (Oxford, 1993).
K. A. Kitchen, Ramesside Inscriptions Translated and Annotated: Translations, I (Wallasey, 2017).
S. McDermott, ‘Ancient Egyptian Footsoldiers and Their Weapons: A Study of Military Iconography and Weapon Remains’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, The University of Manchester (2002).
E. F. Morris, The Architecture of Imperialism: Military Bases and the Evolution of Foreign Policy in Egypt’s New Kingdom (2005).
W. J. Murnane, The Road to Kadesh: A …
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183: Sety I, Fire Over Hatti
4 juli 2023 · 49 min
Sety I (Part 5): Empires clash. Around 1300 BCE (approximately), Sety I records a battle against the Hittites. In the course of his northern wars, perhaps following the reconquest of Kadesh and Amurru, Sety faced off with his distant rival. The Kingdom of Hatti, land of the Hittites, sent forces to challenge the Egyptian resurgence… Lees meer
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Date: c. 1300 BCE.
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Music: Luke Chaos.
Interludes: Keith Zizza, Luke Chaos, Hathor Systrum.
The Battle Reliefs of Sety I by The Epigraphic Survey Reliefs and Inscriptions at Karnak, Volume IV: The Battle Reliefs of King Sety I | Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (uchicago.edu).
Texts: Kenneth Kitchen's Ramesside Inscriptions volume 1. Hieroglyph versions at Internet Archive, English translations at Abercromby Press.
Peter Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt's Ultimate Pharaoh, out now from Lockwood Press.
Select Bibliography:
G. Beckman, Hittite Diplomatic Texts (1996).
P. J. Brand, The Monuments of Seti I: Epigraphic, Historical and Art Historical Analysis (2000).
P. J. Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt’s Ultimate Pharaoh (2023).
T. Bryce, The Kingdom of the Hittites (2005).
T. R. Bryce, Ancient Syria: A Three Thousand Year History (2014).
T. R. Bryce, Warriors of Anatolia: A Concise History of the Hittites (2019).
V. Davies, ‘The Treatment of Foreigners in Seti’s Battle Reliefs’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 98 (2012), 73–85.
A. Dodson, Sethy I King of Egypt: His Life and Afterlife (2019).
H. El-Saady, ‘The Wars of Sety I at Karnak: A New Chronological Structure’, Studien zur Altägyptischen Kultur 19 (1992), 285–94.
R. O. Faulkner, ‘The Wars of Sethos I’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 33 (1947), 34–9.
B. Heagren, ‘The Art of War in Pharaonic Egypt’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, The University of Auckland (2010).
M. Healy, Qadesh 1300 BC: Clash of t…
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182b: Amurru (Part 4) Sety Conquers
1 juli 2023 · 50 min
Amurru (Part 4): Reconquista. The land of Amurru, and its leaders, have been a noteworthy part of the story in recent decades. Since the reigns of Amunhotep III and Akhenaten, the lords of Amurru have caused great trouble in Egypt’s northern empire. They have raided, plundered, and even murdered their way to regional prominence. Now, a couple decades after their betrayals, King Sety I is bringing vengeance… Lees meer
Note: This episode includes new content and old material from episodes 123, 124, 142c. See timecodes for relevant chapters.
Timecodes:
00:00 Introduction.
02:25 The Land of Amurru.
12:25 How Science Uncovered Amurrite Expansion.
24:04 The Amurru – Hittite Alliances.
35:44 The Battle of Amurru.
46:28 Can We Trust Sety's Story?
51:15 Conclusion.
53:50 Episode 123, Amurrites and Where to Find Them.
2:07:17 Episode 124, The Crimes of Aziru.
3:07:45 Episode 142c, Aziru’s Betrayal.
Episode Details:
Date: c. 1300 BCE.
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Music: Michael Levy - Composer for Lyre (ancientlyre.com).
Interludes: Keith Zizza and Luke Chaos.
Further Reading
Goren, Finkelstein, and Na’aman: The Expansion of the Kingdom of Amurru According to the Petrographic Investigation of the Amarna Tablets | Yuval Goren and Nadav Na'aman - Academia.edu.
Sety’s Battle Reliefs, including the possible scenes of Amurru, at the University of Chicago: Reliefs and Inscriptions at Karnak, Volume IV: The Battle Reliefs of King Sety I | Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (uchicago.edu).
Peter Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt's Ultimate Pharaoh, out now from Lockwood Press.
Select Bibliography:
S. Aḥituv, Canaanite Toponyms in Ancient Egyptian Documents (1984).
G. Beckman, Hittite Diplomatic Texts (1996).
P. J. Brand, The Monuments of Seti I: Epigraphic, Historical and Art Historical Analysis (2000).
T. Bryce, The Kingdom of the Hittites (2005).
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182: Sety's Battle for Kadesh
27 juni 2023 · 56 min
Sety I (Part 4): Catching Up with the Kadeshians. Around 1300 BCE (chronology uncertain), Sety led another campaign into the north. This time, the pharaoh of Egypt marched into Canaan, Lebanon, and Syria. In the process, he visited local chieftains, went “shopping” for luxury items, and then launched a daring attack on Kadesh… Lees meer
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Date: c. 1300 BCE.
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Intro Music: Bettina Joy de Guzman.
Interludes: Keith Zizza.
Outro music and interludes: Luke Chaos.
Logo image: A warrior/cattleman flees with his animals, while Sety I attacks Kadesh. Image colours based on traces found at Karnak, edited by Dominic Perry 2023.
Sety’s Battle Reliefs at Karnak, published by The Epigraphic Survey of The University of Chicago: Reliefs and Inscriptions at Karnak, Volume IV: The Battle Reliefs of King Sety I | Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (uchicago.edu).
Texts: Kenneth Kitchen's Ramesside Inscriptions volume 1. Hieroglyph versions at Internet Archive, English translations at Abercromby Press.
Peter Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt's Ultimate Pharaoh, out now from Lockwood Press.
Select Bibliography:
M. R. Abbas, ‘The Town of Yenoam in the Ramesside War Scenes and Texts of Karnak’, Cahiers de Karnak 16 (2017), 329–341.
S. Aḥituv, Canaanite Toponyms in Ancient Egyptian Documents (1984).
P. J. Brand, The Monuments of Seti I: Epigraphic, Historical and Art Historical Analysis (2000).
P. J. Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt’s Ultimate Pharaoh (2023).
T. Bryce, The Kingdom of the Hittites (2005).
T. Bryce, The Routledge Handbook of the Peoples and Places of Ancient Western Asia: The Near East from the Early Bronze Age to the Fall of the Persian Empire (2009).
T. R. Bryce, Ancient Syria: A Three Thousand Year History (2014).
T. R. Bryce, Warriors of Anatolia: A Concise History of the Hittites (2019).
A. Dodson, Seth…
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181: Sety I Effective for Amun
7 juni 2023 · 35 min
Sety I (Part 3): The Great Hypostyle Hall of Karnak. In 1302 BCE (approximately) the pharaoh of Egypt Men-Ma’at-Ra Sety I commissioned a remarkable monument. A hall of columns, near the entrance of Karnak sanctuary, would be a gathering place for the gods and the faithful. This hall, called “Sety is Effective in the House of Amun,” is now one of Egypt’s most famous (and most photographed) monuments… Lees meer
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Date: c. 1302 BCE (Year 2 of Sety I).
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Music: Keith Zizza and Bettina Joy de Guzman.
The Hypostyle Hall: Publications by The University of Chicago Epigraphic Survey: https://isac.uchicago.edu/research/publications/oip/great-hypostyle-hall-karnak-volume-1-part-1-wall-reliefs and https://isac.uchicago.edu/research/publications/oip/oip-142-great-hypostyle-hall-temple-amun-karnak
Texts: Kenneth Kitchen's Ramesside Inscriptionsvolume 1. Hieroglyph versions at Internet Archive, English translations at Abercromby Press.
Peter Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt's Ultimate Pharaoh, out now from Lockwood Press.
Support The History of Egypt Podcast by shopping at RA EGYPTIAN, the clean skincare line inspired by ancient Egyptian ingredients! Visit www.ra-egyptian.com and use code EGYPT at checkout for 30% off your order!
Select Bibliography:
E. Blyth, Karnak: Evolution of a Temple (2006).
P. J. Brand, ‘The Monuments of Seti I and Their Historical Significance: Epigraphic, Historical and Art Historical Analysis’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, University of Toronto (1998).
P. J. Brand, The Monuments of Seti I: Epigraphic, Historical and Art Historical Analysis (2000).
P. J. Brand et al., The Great Hypostyle Hall in the Temple of Amun at Karnak Volume 1, Part 2: Translation and Commentary (2018).
S. Costa, ‘On the Scenes of the King Receiving the Sed-Fests in the Theban Temples of the Ramesside Period’, Studien zur Altä…
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180: Sety I, Eager to Fight
30 mei 2023 · 39 min
Sety I (Part 2): The First Campaign of Victory. In 1302 BCE, the pharaoh Men-Ma'at-Ra Sety I led a military expedition to the east. He attacked the Bedouin ("Shasu") in Sinai. Then, he turned his sights on Canaan. The new King was an active warlord, aggressive and eager to fight. Thanks to records at Karnak and elsewhere, we can trace his assault... Lees meer
Date: c. 1302 BCE (March - June).
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Music: Ancient Lyric and Luke Chaos.
Sources: The war reliefs of Sety I, at Karnak, via the University of Chicago Reliefs and Inscriptions at Karnak, Volume IV: The Battle Reliefs of King Sety I | Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures (uchicago.edu).
Kenneth Kitchen's Ramesside Inscriptions volume 1. Hieroglyph versions at Internet Archive, English translations at Abercromby Press.
Peter Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt's Ultimate Pharaoh, out now from Lockwood Press.
Select Bibliography:
W. F. Albright, ‘The Smaller Beth-Shan Stele of Sethos I (1309-1290 B. C.)’, Bulletin of the American Schools of Oriental Research (1952), 24–32.
M. Artzy, ‘From Akko/Acco to Beit She’an/Beth Shan in the Late Bronze Age’, Ägypten und Levante / Egypt and the Levant 28 (2018), 85–98.
P. J. Brand, ‘The Monuments of Seti I and Their Historical Significance: Epigraphic, Historical and Art Historical Analysis’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, University of Toronto (1998).
P. J. Brand, The Monuments of Seti I: Epigraphic, Historical and Art Historical Analysis (2000).
A. Dodson, Sethy I King of Egypt: His Life and Afterlife (Cairo, 2019).
H. El-Saady, ‘The Wars of Sety I at Karnak: A New Chronological Structure’, Studien zur Altägyptischen Kultur 19 (1992), 285–94.
R. O. Faulkner, ‘The Wars of Sethos I’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 33 (1947), 34–9.
A. H. Gardiner, ‘The Ancient Military Road between Egypt and Palestine’, The Journal of Egyptian Archa…
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179:Sety I, Renaissance
23 mei 2023 · 43 min
Sety I (Part 1): A Repeat Appearance. In 1303 BCE, the old king Ramesses is dead after a brief reign. But now, for the first time in decades, a royal son is taking power. King Sety (Men-ma'at-Ra) ascends, aged approximately thirty years old. The new ruler's reign will be noteworthy for its splendid monuments and its abundant records. In fact, as his reign begins, we can even trace his movements on a week-to-week basis... Lees meer
Video version of Sety's coronation imagery available on YouTube.
Note: Patrons enjoy an extended epilogue on this episode.
Date: c. 1303 BCE (roughly July to September).
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Music: Luke Chaos and Keith Zizza.
Logo image: Sety I from his royal tomb. Louvre Museum.
Sources: Kenneth Kitchen's Ramesside Inscriptions volume 1. Hieroglyph versions at Internet Archive, English translations at Abercromby Press.
Peter Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt's Ultimate Pharaoh, out now from Lockwood Press.
Select Bibliography:
D. D. Baker, Encyclopedia of the Pharaohs Volume I: Predynastic to the Twentieth Dynasty 3300 – 1069 BC (2008).
P. J. Brand, ‘The Monuments of Seti I and Their Historical Significance: Epigraphic, Historical and Art Historical Analysis’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, University of Toronto (1998).
P. J. Brand, The Monuments of Seti I: Epigraphic, Historical and Art Historical Analysis (2000).
P. J. Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt’s Ultimate Pharaoh (2023).
P. J. Brand et al., The Great Hypostyle Hall in the Temple of Amun at Karnak Volume 1, Part 2: Translation and Commentary (2018).
A. Dodson, Sethy I King of Egypt: His Life and Afterlife (2019).
A. Dodson and D. Hilton, The Complete Royal Families of Ancient Egypt (2004).
D. C. Forbes, Complete Catalogue of the Royal Mummies Plus 7 Addenda (2016).
J. E. Harris and K. R. Weeks, X-Raying the Pharaohs (1973).
Z. Hawass and S. N. Saleem, Scanning the Ph…
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Rise of the Ramessids with Prof. Peter Brand
16 mei 2023 · 1 uur 34 min
The new dynasty. When Paramessu became Ramesses I, his ascent marked a "break" in many ways. For historians studying this period, the evidence presents these pharaohs as a curious blend of traditional motifs and conscious reinvention. How did Ramesses, and his son Sety I, establish a new royal household; and guarantee their legitimacy, as newcomers to the throne? Lees meer
Dr. Peter Brand is Associate Professor at The University of Memphis (Tennessee, USA). He completed his PhD. in 1998 studying The Monuments of Sety I. In 2023, he has published an enormous study of the Ramesside era: Ramesses II: Egypt's Ultimate Pharaoh. A long-overdue, and beautifully written study of this reign in the big picture, Prof. Brand's new book is a lively and beautifully presented work that will become a "standard reference" for Ramessid enthusiasts.
Dr. Peter Brand at The University of Memphis.
Peter Brand at Academia.edu.
Peter Brand's new book, Ramesses II: Egypt's Ultimate Pharaoh at Lockwood Press.
Peter Brand's book The Monuments of Sety I (2000) free pdf copy on Academia.
Peter Brand (et al), The Great Hypostyle Hall at Karnak, Vols. 2-3, free pdf copies at Chicago Oriental Institute.
The History of Egypt Podcast Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Music by Luke Chaos.
Music interludes by Keith Zizza and Hathor Systrum.
Select Bibliography:
P. Brand, ‘Secondary Restorations in the Post-Amarna Period’, Journal of the American Research Center in Egypt 36 (1999), 113–34.
P. Brand, ‘Reuse and Restoration’, UCLA Encyclopedia of Egyptology (2010).
P. J. Brand, ‘The Monuments of Seti I and Their Historical Significance: Epigraphic, Historical and Art Historical Analysis’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, University of Toronto (1998).
P. J. Brand, The Monuments of Seti I: Epigraphic, Historical and Art Historical Analysis (Leiden, 2000).
P. J. Brand, ‘Usurpation of Monuments’, i…
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Ramesses I, International Mummy of Mystery with Dr. Peter Lacovara
11 mei 2023 · 1 uur 1 min
Ramesses I and Pharaoh's Palace(s). Dr. Peter Lacovara is an experienced archaeologist, museum curator, and specialist in the palaces of Egyptian pharaohs. Since the 1980s Dr. Lacovara has been involved in many noteworthy projects. Most famously, he led the project to identify and repatriate the mummy of King Ramesses I. In this interview, we discuss the mummy and its return to Egypt, as well as the elaborate royal palace complex at Deir el-Ballas. Lees meer
Learn more:
Peter Lacovara
Home | The Ancient Egypt Heritage and Archeology Fund (ancientegyptarchaeologyfund.com)
Deir el-Ballas - Wikipedia
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Introducing The Mummy Movie Podcast
6 mei 2023 · 21 min
The Mummy Movie Podcast is dedicated to the many (many) films in which ancient Egyptian mummies play a role. From the 1932 classic, to the 1999 remake, and dozens more in between, mummies are a classic feature of horror, suspense, and adventure filmmaking. Egyptologist Peter Rose dives into these movies from the historical, production, and entertainment point of view, exploring every nook and cranny in these classic works. Find the Mummy Movie Podcast on all podcasting apps, or visit Mummy Movie Podcast - Hosted by Peter Rose (acast.com) Lees meer
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178: From Nile to Niagara, The Mummy of Ramesses I
2 mei 2023 · 41 min
Ramesses I (Part 2): Family, Regime, Remains. In 1304 BCE, Ramesses I rules Egypt. The new royal family is an interesting group, and we have a surprisingly detailed idea of Ramesses' son Suty (Sety). Then, we consider the legacy of Ramesses, which has some remarkably international elements... Lees meer
Details and sources:
Date: c. 1304 - 1303 BCE.
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Music: Luke Chaos and Keith Zizza.
Sources: Kenneth Kitchen's Ramesside Inscriptions volume 1. Hieroglyph versions at Internet Archive, English translations at Abercromby Press.
Peter Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt's Ultimate Pharaoh, out now from Lockwood Press.
Select Bibliography:
P. J. Brand, The Monuments of Seti I: Epigraphic, Historical and Art Historical Analysis (Leiden, 2000).
A. Dodson, Amarna Sunset: Nefertiti, Tutankhamun, Ay, Horemheb, and the Egyptian Counter-Reformation (2nd edn, Cairo, 2017).
A. Dodson, Sethy I King of Egypt: His Life and Afterlife (Cairo, 2019).
A. Dodson and S. Ikram, The Mummy in Ancient Egypt (London, 1998).
D. C. Forbes, The Royal Mummies Caches (TT320 & KV35) (Tombs. Treasures. Mummies. Seven Great Discoveries of Egyptian Archaeology I; 2015th edn, Weaverville, 2015).
D. C. Forbes, Complete Catalogue of the Royal Mummies Plus 7 Addenda (Tombs. Treasures. Mummies. Seven Great Discoveries of Egyptian Archaeology V; Sebastopol, 2016).
F. Janot, The Royal Mummies: Immortality in Ancient Egypt (Vercelli, 2008).
A. Piankoff, ‘La tombe de Ramsès Ier’, Bulletin de l’Institut Français d’Archéologie Orientale 56 (1957), 189–200.
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177: Ramesses I, Born of the Sun
24 april 2023 · 26 min
The 19th Dynasty began in 1305 BCE. Ramesses I, of humble origins, took up the throne after Horemheb. He would establish one of the most famous houses in Egyptian royal history. Lees meer
Music: Keith Zizza and Luke Chaos.
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The 18th Dynasty Falls, the 19th Dynasty Rises
18 april 2023 · 26 min
Reflective and Prospective. In this episode, we take a moment to reflect on the outgoing 18th Dynasty (and its last scion, Horemheb). Then, we consider some of the major themes that will appear in Dynasty 19, and the continuities between the two eras. Finally, we reflect on the 10th Anniversary of The History of Egypt Podcast! Lees meer
Date: c.1305 BCE.
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Music by Luke Chaos.
Select Bibliography:
D. D. Baker, Encyclopedia of the Pharaohs Volume I: Predynastic to the Twentieth Dynasty 3300 – 1069 BC (Cairo, 2008).
K. M. Bryson, ‘Some Year Dates of Horemheb in Context’, Journal of the American Research Center in Egypt 51 (2015), 285–302.
K. M. Bryson, ‘The Reign of Horemheb: History, Historiography, and the Dawn of the Ramesside Era’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, Johns Hopkins University (2018).
E. Cruz-Uribe, ‘The Father of Ramses I: OI 11456’, Journal of Near Eastern Studies 37 (1978), 237–44.
A. Dodson, Amarna Sunset: Nefertiti, Tutankhamun, Ay, Horemheb, and the Egyptian Counter-Reformation (2nd edn, Cairo, 2017).
A. Dodson and D. Hilton, The Complete Royal Families of Ancient Egypt (London, 2004).
E. Hornung, Das Grab des Haremhab im Tal der Könige (Bern, 1971).
C. Manassa Darnell, ‘Transition 18th—19th Dynasty’, UCLA Encyclopedia of Egyptology (2015).
J. Van Dijk, ‘New Evidence on the Length of the Reign of Horemheb’, Journal of the American Research Center in Egypt 44 (2008), 193–200.
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176: The Ancient Egyptian Book of Gates (Part 2)
28 maart 2023 · 1 uur 6 min
From hours 6-12, Ra continues his journey. The great serpent Apep returns, bringing an army of his followers. The sun god deals with those who have died in horrible ways. The journey reaches its climax, and the dawn approaches... Lees meer
Date: c. 1305 BCE (first appearance).
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Music intro and interludes: Luke Chaos.
Sistrum: Tahya Hathor Systrum.
TRANSLATIONS of the Book of Gates by Erik Hornung (2014) and John Darnell & Colleen Manassa Darnell (2018)
Select Bibliography:
C. Carrier, Grands Livres Funéraires de l’Égypte Pharaonique (Paris, 2009).
J. C. Darnell and C. Manassa Darnell, The Ancient Egyptian Netherworld Books (Writings from the Ancient World 39; Atlanta, 2018).
N. J. Dominy, ‘Mysteries of Ancient Egypt’s Sacred Baboons Revealed’, Scientific American, accessed 3.21.2023 (2021).
N. J. Dominy, ‘Secrets of the Sacred Baboons’, Scientific American 325 (2021), 46–53.
E. Hornung, Das Grab des Haremhab im Tal der Könige (Bern, 1971).
E. Hornung, The Egyptian Book of Gates, trans. T. Abt (Zurich, 2014).
J. Roberson, ‘The Royal Funerary Books: The Subject Matter of Scenes and Texts’, in R. H. Wilkinson and K. R. Weeks (eds), The Oxford Handbook of the Valley of the Kings (New York, 2016), 316–332.
M. Smith, Following Osiris: Perspectives on the Osirian Afterlife from Four Millenia (Oxford, 2017).
Theban Mapping Project, ‘KV 57 The Tomb of Horemheb’.
J. Zandee, ‘The Book of Gates’, Liber Amicorum: Studies in Honor of Professor Dr. C.J. Bleeker (Leiden, 1969), 282–324.
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175: The Ancient Egyptian Book of Gates (Part 1)
21 maart 2023 · 56 min
In the dark of the night, Ra took a journey through the Duat (underworld). His voyage was fraught with danger, but he also made many friends along the way. In the Book of Gates, the sun god takes a mysterious but meaningful journey... Lees meer
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Date: c.1305 BCE (first recorded appearance).
Source: KV57, the tomb of Horemheb, and others.
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Music intro: Jeffrey Goodman.
Music interludes: Cover versions by Luke Chaos.
Music outro: Ancient Lyric.
TRANSLATIONS of the Book of Gates by Erik Hornung (2014) and John Darnell & Colleen Manassa Darnell (2018).
Select Bibliography:
J. Assmann, Egyptian Solar Religion in the New Kingdom: Re, Amun and the Crisis of Polytheism (1995).
C. Carrier, Grands Livres Funéraires de l’Égypte Pharaonique (2009).
J. C. Darnell and C. Manassa Darnell, The Ancient Egyptian Netherworld Books (2018).
E. Hornung, Das Grab des Haremhab im Tal der Könige (1971).
E. Hornung, Das Buch von den Pforten des Jenseits, I (1979).
E. Hornung, Das Buch von den Pforten des Jenseits, II (1984).
E. Hornung, The Ancient Egyptian Books of the Afterlife (1999).
E. Hornung, The Egyptian Book of Gates, trans. T. Abt (2014).
C. Manassa, ‘The Judgement Hall of Osiris in the Book of Gates’, Revue d’Égyptologie 57 (2006), 109—150.
J. Roberson, ‘The Royal Funerary Books: The Subject Matter of Scenes and Texts’, in R. H. Wilkinson and K. R. Weeks (eds), The Oxford Handbook of the Valley of the Kings (2016), 316–332.
M. Smith, Following Osiris: Perspectives on the Osirian Afterlife from Four Millenia (2017).
Theban Mapping Project, ‘KV 57 The Tomb of Horemheb’.
Y. Volokhine, Le porc en Égypte ancienne (2014).
J. Zandee, ‘The Book of Gates’, Liber Amicorum: Studies in Honor of Professor Dr. C.J. Bleeker (1969), 282–324.
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174: Horemheb, Death and Legacy
14 maart 2023 · 58 min
The Death and Legacy of Horemheb (c.1305 BCE). Horemheb's reign ended after some 27-years of rule, though this is debated fiercely among historians. His latter-day achievements include an unorthodox approach to building his Memorial Temple, as well as an innovative and spectacular royal tomb. Ultimately, the King reached the end of his reign, leaving a legacy that deserves greater attention... Lees meer
Date: c.1305 BCE.
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Intro music and interludes: Luke Chaos.
Additional interludes: Keith Zizza.
Outro music: Ancient Lyric.
Read the excavation report for Horemheb/Ay's Memorial Temple at The University of Chicago.
Select Bibliography:
N. Brown, ‘Coffin of Ramesses II’, American Research Center in Egypt.
K. M. Bryson, ‘Some Year Dates of Horemheb in Context’, Journal of the American Research Center in Egypt 51 (2015), 285–302.
K. M. Bryson, ‘The Reign of Horemheb: History, Historiography, and the Dawn of the Ramesside Era’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, Johns Hopkins University (2018).
A. Dodson, Amarna Sunset: Nefertiti, Tutankhamun, Ay, Horemheb, and the Egyptian Counter-Reformation (2nd edn, 2017).
U. Hölscher, The Excavation of Medinet Habu II: The Temples of the Eighteenth Dynasty (1939). Available free online.
E. Hornung, Das Grab des Haremhab im Tal der Könige (1971).
M. Nilsson and P. Martinez, ‘In the Footsteps of Ricardo Caminos: Rediscovering the “Speos of Gebel el Silsila”’, in G. Rosati and M. C. Guidotti (eds), Proceedings of the XI International Congress of Egyptologists (2017), 445—449.
N. Reeves, ‘The Coffin of Ramesses II’, Proceedings of the First Vatican Coffin Conference 19–22 June 2013, I (2013), 425—438.
Theban Mapping Project, ‘KV 57 The Tomb of Horemheb’.
A.-C. Thiem, Speos von Gebel es-Silsileh: Analyse der architektonischen und ikonographischen Konzeption im Rahmen des politischen und legitimat…
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173: Horemheb - The Forgotten War
2 november 2022 · 35 min
To Vile Carchemish. In Year 16, King Horemheb may have led a "campaign of victory" to the far north. An artefact identified in the 1970s, but lost for decades, testifies to these events... but what do they mean? Lees meer
Episode details:
Date: c.1316 BCE.
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Music intro: Keith Zizza.
Music interludes and outro: Luke Chaos.
Select Bibliography:
A. Ahrens, ‘New Light on the Amarna Period from the Northern Levant: A Clay Sealing with the Throne Name of Akhenaten/Amenhotep IV from the Royal Palace at Tall Mišrife/Qatna, in: Zeitschrift für Orient-Archäologie 5 (2012): 232-248’, Zeitschrift für Orient-Archäologie 5 (2012), 232—248.
A. Ahrens, ‘Pharao Haremhab und die nördliche Levante. Bemerkungen zu einem Skarabäenabdruck aus Tell Mišrife/Qatna, in: Ugarit-Forschungen 45, In memoriam Oswald Loretz (2014): 1-9’, Ugarit-Forschungen 45 (2014), 1—9.
E. Devecchi and J. L. Miller, ‘Hittite-Egyptian Synchronisms and their Consequences for Ancient Near Eastern Chronology’, in J. Mynářová (ed.), Egypt and the Near East – The Crossroads (Prague, 2011), 139—176.
H. Gauthier, Dictionnaire des noms géographiques contenus dans les textes hiéroglyphiques (Paris, 1925).
R. Gautschy, ‘A Reassessment of the Absolute Chronology of the Egyptian New Kingdom and its “Brotherly” Countries’, Egypt and the Levant 24 (2014), 141—158.
N. Grimal, ‘L’offrande d’un vétéran de l’an 16 d’Ḥoremḥeb’, Comptes rendus de l’Académie des Inscriptions et Belles-lettres (Paris) (2018), 319—338.
B. Lagarce-Othman, ‘Un nouveau vase inédit d’Horemheb’, in V. Matoïan and M. al-Maqdissi (eds), Études Ougaritiques III, Ras Shamra–Ougarit XXI (Leuven, 2013), 347—364.
V. Matoïan, ‘Ugarit et l’Égypte: essai d’interprétation de la documentation archéologique et perspectives de la recherche’, in B. Eder and R. Pruzsinszky (eds), Policies of Exchange Political Systems and M…
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172: Horemheb, Wise Like Thoth
1 november 2022 · 30 min
Horemheb's favourite god. Throughout his life, Horemheb commissioned monuments and artefacts that honoured Djehuty (Thoth). As a courtier, then a King, Horemheb showed a certain favour towards this god. Why did he like this god, in particular, and what do these artefacts tell us about Horemheb as a person? Lees meer
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Logo image: Horemheb as a Scribe, statue in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.
Read the Hymn to Thoth at the Metropolitan Museum of Art website.
Music interludes by Luke Chaos, Hathor Systrum, and Keith Zizza.
Select Bibliography:
N. Allon, Writing, Violence, and the Military: Images of Literacy in Eighteenth dynasty Egypt (1550-1295 BCE). (2019).
B. G. Davies, Egyptian Historical Records of the Later Eighteenth Dynasty, VI (1995).
M. Lichtheim, Ancient Egyptian Literature Volume II: The New Kingdom (1976).
W. J. Murnane, Texts from the Amarna Period in Egypt (1995).
K. Sowada, ‘A Late Eighteenth Dynasty Statue in the Nicholson Museum, Sydney’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 80 (1994), 137–43.
H. E. Winlock, ‘A Statue of Horemhab before His Accession’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 10 (1924), 1–5.
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171: Law & Order (Special Ma'at Unit)
25 oktober 2022 · 53 min
Horemheb's Great Decree. Sometime during his reign, King Horemheb proclaimed a new set of laws. Taking aim at corruption and abuses-of-power (allegedly happening throughout Egypt), the pharaoh went hard on corrective measures. Punishments could range from beatings to disfigurement, exile, and death. Horemheb was not messing around. But what was he really trying to achieve? Lees meer
Episode details, pictures and references at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com
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Intro music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.net
Interludes and Outro music by Luke Chaos www.twitter.com/luke_chaos
Select Bibliography:
C. Eyre, The Use of Documents in Pharaonic Egypt (2013).
A. Gnirs, ‘Haremhab - ein Staatsreformator? Neue Betrachtungen zum Haremhab-Dekret’, Studien zur Altägyptischen Kultur 16 (1989), 83–110.
A. M. Gnirs, Militär und Gesellschaft: Ein Beitrag zur Sozialgeschichte des Neuen Reiches (1996).
A. M. Gnirs, ‘Coping With the Army: The Military and the State in the New Kingdom’, in J. C. Moreno García (ed.), Ancient Egyptian Administration (2013), 639—717.
R. Hari, Horemheb et la reine Moutnedjemet ou la fin d’une Dynastie (1965).
W. Helck, Urkunden der 18. Dynastie: Ubersetzung zu den Heften 17–22 (1961).
J.-M. Kruchten, Le décret d’Horemheb: traduction, commentaire épigraphique, philologique et institutionnel (1981).
K. Pflüger, ‘The Edict of King Haremhab’, Journal of Near Eastern Studies 5 (1946), 260–76.
G. de la Bédoyere, Pharaohs of the Sun: The Rise and Fall of Tutankhamen’s Dynasty (2022) and "Horemheb, the 'Enlightened Despot,'" https://youtu.be/-jCEo21_hK4
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The Ancient Egyptian Empire with Dr. Uroš Matić
27 september 2022 · 1 uur 22 min
New Kingdom vs the World. This week we have an interview with Dr. Uroš Matić. Dr. Matić is a member of the Austrian Archaeological Institute, and takes a fascinating view of ancient society, including violence, gender, and the state. This episode was recorded in 2021. Lees meer
Dr. Uroš Matić online: Twitter, Academia.edu, and the Austrian Archaeological Institute.
The Egyptian Empire in the 18th Dynasty: episodes at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com.
Music by Bettina Joy de Guzman www.bettinajoydeguzman.com.
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170: Horemheb and Ramesses
20 september 2022 · 44 min
The Mother is Sweet, Born of the Sun. In the second half of Horemheb’s reign, Egypt’s Queen died in childbirth. Subsequently, pharaoh chose one of his servants, Paramessu (Ramesses) as a successor. This choice arguably established the 19th royal Dynasty. Why did Horemheb do this? Lees meer
Episode details:
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Intro music: Keith Zizza.
Interlude sounds and Outro music: Luke Chaos.
Additional research by Elissa Day.
See Geoffrey Martin discussing the discovery of Horemheb's Saqqara tomb at the Associated Press (1975).
Select Bibliography:
G. Brunton, ‘The Inner Sarcophagus of Prince Ramessu from Medinet Habu’, Annales du Services des Antiquités de l’Egypte 43 (1943), 133—156.
G. Brunton and R. Engelbach, Gurob (1927).
E. Cruz-Uribe, ‘The Father of Ramses I: OI 11456’, Journal of Near Eastern Studies 37 (1978), 237–44.
A. Dodson, Amarna Sunset: Nefertiti, Tutankhamun, Ay, Horemheb, and the Egyptian Counter-Reformation (2017).
W. Grajetzki, Ancient Egyptian Queens: A Hieroglyphic Dictionary (London, 2005).
G. T. Martin, ‘Excavations at the Memphite Tomb of Ḥoremḥeb, 1977: Preliminary Report’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 64 (1978), 5–9.
G. T. Martin, The Memphite Tomb of Ḥoremḥeb, Commander-in-Chief of Tutʻankhamūn, 1 (1989).
G. T. Martin, Tutankhamun’s Regent: Scenes and Texts from the Memphite Tomb of Horemheb (2016).
G. T. Martin, ‘Bestower and the Recipient: On a Controversial Scene in the Memphite Tomb of Horemheb’, in C. Demarée et al. (eds), Imaging and Imagining the Memphite Necropolis: Liber Amicorum René van Walsem (2017), 47—56.
D. Polz, ‘Die Särge des (Pa-)Ramessu’, Mitteilungen des Deutschen Archäologischen Instituts, Abteilung Kairo 42 (1986), 145—166.
E. Strouhal, ‘Queen Mutnodjmet at Memphis: Anthropological and Paleopathological Evidence’, L’Egyptologie en 1979 II (1982), 317—322.
E. Strouhal, …
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169: Horemheb - Royal Tomb: Maverick
6 september 2022 · 45 min
In the Valley of the Kings, Horemheb commissioned a magnificent tomb. Artistically innovative, it has one foot in the past and one in the future. This tomb introduced a new style of decoration, developed on recent trends, and reshaped the model of royal burials… Lees meer
Episode Details:
Date: c. 1323 BCE.
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Intro and break music: Keith Zizza.
Outro music and interludes: Luke Chaos.
Learn more about the tomb of Horemheb at the Theban Mapping Project.
See Prof. Geoffrey Martin's description of the tomb at YouTube.
Logo: Unfinished scene from the tomb of Horemheb. Hornung 1971.
Select Bibliography:
T. M. Davis, The Tombs of Harmhabi and Toutânkhamanou (1912).
E. Hornung, Das Grab des Haremhab im Tal der Könige (1971).
Geoffrey Martin, Haremhab, Pharaoh and Conqueror: New Investigations in His Royal Tomb in the Valley of the Kings (2012). YouTube.
‘Horemheb | Theban Mapping Project’, https://thebanmappingproject.com/tombs/kv-57-horemheb.
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168: Horemheb - Security in the Valley of the Kings
30 augustus 2022 · 27 min
Securing the halls. In the 8th year of Horemheb's reign, a royal official named Maya visited a tomb in the Valley of the Kings. He was there to inspect the burial of Thutmose IV, to ensure its security, and repair it if necessary… Lees meer
Episode details:
Date: c.1324 BCE.
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Intro music: Luke Chaos.
Interlude music: Luke Chaos and Keith Ziza.
Outro music: Bettina Joy de Guzman.
See the tomb of Thutmose IV at the Theban Mapping Project.
Select Bibliography:
B. M. Bryan, The Reign of Thutmose IV (Baltimore, 1991).
K. M. Bryson, ‘The Reign of Horemheb: History, Historiography, and the Dawn of the Ramesside Era’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, Johns Hopkins University (2018).
H. Carter, ‘Introduction’, in T. M. Davis (ed.), The Tomb of Thoutmôsis IV (London, 1904), VII—XII.
T. M. Davis (ed.), The Tomb of Thoutmôsis IV (2002 Reprint edn, London, 1904).
P. E. Newberry, ‘Description of the Tomb and Sarcophagus of Thoutmôsis IV’, in T. M. Davis (ed.), The Tomb of Thoutmôsis IV (London, 1904), XXIX—XL.
N. Reeves and R. H. Wilkinson, The Complete Valley of the Kings (London, 1996).
‘Thutmes IV | Theban Mapping Project’, accessed 8.27.2022.
‘Thutmosis IV — KV43’, accessed 8.27.2022.
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167: Horemheb, Reviving Deir el-Medina
23 augustus 2022 · 28 min
Back in the village. In regnal year 7, Horemheb's officials turn up in western Thebes (Waset). They began reorganising the village of the tomb-builders, Set-Ma'at "The Place of Truth." Doing so, the King's government created a lasting legacy in the town we call Deir el-Medina. Lees meer
Episode details:
Date: c.1325 BCE.
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Intro music: Keith Zizza.
Outro music: Ancient Lyric.
Music interludes: Luke Chaos.
Select Bibliography:
M. B. Bruyère, ‘Fouilles de Deir el Medineh (1923—1924)’, Fouilles de L’Institut Francais d’Archéologie Orientale du Caire (1925).
J. Černý, A Community of Workmen at Thebes in the Ramesside period (Cairo, 1973).
B. G. Davies, Who’s Who at Deir el-Medina: A Prosopographic Study of the Royal Workmen’s Community (Leiden, 1999).
B. G. Davies, Life Within the Five Walls: A Handbook to Deir el-Medina (Wallasey, 2018).
Y. M. El Shazly, ‘Royal Ancestor Worship in Deir el-Medina During the New Kingdom’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, Johns Hopkins University (2008).
B. J. J. Haring, ‘Workmen’s Marks and the Early History of the Theban Royal Necropolis’, in J. Toivari-Viitala et al. (eds), Deir el-Medina Studies: Helsinki, June 24 – 26, 2009, Proceedings (Helsinki, 2014), 87—100.
J. R. Harris, ‘How Long was the Reign of Horemheb?’, Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 54 (1968), 95—99.
M. Müller, ‘Deir el-Medina in the Dark – The Amarna Period in the History of the Village’, in J. Toivari-Viitala et al. (eds), Deir el-Medina Studies: Helsinki, June 24 – 26, 2009, Proceedings (Helsinki, 2014), 154—167.
M. S. i Sanjaume, ‘La Tomba de Sennedjem a Deir el-Medina TT1’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, University de Barcelona (2013).
E. Uphill, ‘Some Matters Relating to the Growth and Walls of Deir el-Medina’, in Jac. J. Janssen et al. (eds), Deir el-Medina in the Third Millenium AD: A Tribute to Jac. J. Janssen, Egyptologisch…
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Egyptology News: Carter's Thefts? and Tutankhamun's Amulet
16 augustus 2022 · 11 min
On August 13th, 2022, The Guardian (UK) ran a headline "Howard Carter stole Tutankhamun’s treasure, new evidence suggests." What's going on, exactly? We dive into the new information and its context. Read the Guardian article here. Lees meer
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166: Horemheb's Restoration (and Usurpation)
2 augustus 2022 · 46 min
Horemheb vs Ay, Tutankhamun, and others. Everyone talks about Horemheb "erasing" Akhenaten. But the King demolished monuments of several rulers, and erased the names of others. What does it all mean? Lees meer
Episode details:
Date: c. 1327 BCE.
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Music intro: Luke Chaos.
Music interludes: Luke Chaos.
Music outro: Keith Zizza.
Select Bibliography:
M. Azim, ‘La structure des pylônes d’Horemheb à Karnak’, Cahiers de Karnak VII (1982), 127—166.
E. Blyth, Karnak: Evolution of a Temple (2006).
P. Brand, ‘Secondary Restorations in the Post-Amarna Period’, Journal of the American Research Center in Egypt 36 (1999), 113–34.
L. Cotelle-Michel, ‘Présentation préliminaire des blocs de la Chapelle de Sésostris Ier découverte dans le IXe Pylône de Karnak’, Cahiers de Karnak XI.
A. Dodson, Amarna Sunrise: Egypt From Golden Age to Age of Heresy (2014).
A. Dodson, Amarna Sunset: Nefertiti, Tutankhamun, Ay, Horemheb, and the Egyptian Counter-Reformation (2nd edn, 2017).
C. Manassa Darnell, ‘Transition 18th—19th Dynasty’, UCLA Encyclopedia of Egyptology (2015).
W. J. Murnane, ‘Tutankhamun on the Eighth Pylon at Karnak’, Varia Aegyptiaca I (1985), 59—68.
R. Saad, ‘Fragments d’un monument de Toutânkhamon retrouvés dans le IXe pylône de Karnak’, Cahiers de Karnak V (1975), 93—109.
R. A. Schwaller de Lubicz, The Temples of Karnak (1999).
E. Sullivan, ‘Karnak: Development of the Temple of Amun-Ra’, in W. Wendrich (ed.), UCLA Encyclopedia of Egyptology (2010).
C. Traunecker, ‘Rapport préliminaire sur la chapelle de Sésostris Ier découverte dans le IXe pylône’, Cahiers de Karnak VII (1982), 121—126.
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165: Horemheb vs Akhenaten (Praise Ra and Pass the Talatat)
26 juli 2022 · 36 min
To build his magnificent pylons at Karnak, Horemheb dismantled other monuments. Within the masonry of these pylons, archaeologists found nearly fifty thousand blocks from temples of Akhenaten... Lees meer
Episode details:
Date: c.1300 BCE.
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Intro music: Keith Zizza.
Interlude music: Luke Chaos.
Outro music: Bettina Joy de Guzman.
Logo image: author unknown.
Select Bibliography:
M. Azim, ‘La structure des pylônes d’Horemheb à Karnak’, Cahiers de Karnak VII (1982), 127—166.
E. Blyth, Karnak: Evolution of a Temple (2006).
P. Brand, ‘Secondary Restorations in the Post-Amarna Period’, Journal of the American Research Center in Egypt 36 (1999), 113–34.
L. Cotelle-Michel, ‘Présentation préliminaire des blocs de la Chapelle de Sésostris Ier découverte dans le IXe Pylône de Karnak’, Cahiers de Karnak XI.
Digital Karnak, ‘2nd Pylon’, https://digitalkarnak.ucsc.edu/2nd-pylon/.
Digital Karnak, ‘9th Pylon’, https://digitalkarnak.ucsc.edu/9th-pylon/.
Digital Karnak, ‘10th Pylon’, https://digitalkarnak.ucsc.edu/10th-pylon/.
A. Dodson, Amarna Sunrise: Egypt From Golden Age to Age of Heresy (2014).
A. Dodson, Amarna Sunset: Nefertiti, Tutankhamun, Ay, Horemheb, and the Egyptian Counter-Reformation (2nd edn, 2017).
J. Gohary, ‘Final Report “Talatat Project”’, The Egyptian Antiquities Conservation Project (2012).
M. Jordan et al., La porte d’Horemheb au Xe pylône de Karnak (2015).
C. Manassa Darnell, ‘Transition 18th—19th Dynasty’, UCLA Encyclopedia of Egyptology (2015).
W. J. Murnane, ‘Tutankhamun on the Eighth Pylon at Karnak’, Varia Aegyptiaca I (1985), 59—68.
D. Redford, ‘Akhenaten: New Theories and Old Facts’, Bulletin of the American School of Oriental Research 369 (2013), 9.
D. B. Redford, Akhenaten: The Heretic King (1984).
D. B. Redford, ‘Studies on Akhenaten at Thebes. I. A Report on the Work of the Akhenaten Temple…
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164b: Karnak, Renovation Station
12 juli 2022 · 21 min
Horemheb at Karnak (Part 2). There are secrets beneath the sand of Karnak. Horemheb's architects significantly changed the temple's landscape. In some cases, they even relocated older buildings, dismantling and moving them piece-by-piece... Lees meer
Episode details:
Date: c. 1329 BCE.
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Music by Keith Zizza.
Music interludes by Luke Chaos.
Select Bibliography:
M. Azim, ‘La structure des pylônes d’Horemheb à Karnak’, Cahiers de Karnak VII (1982), 127—166.
E. Blyth, Karnak: Evolution of a Temple (New York, 2006).
Digital Karnak, ‘9th Pylon’, https://digitalkarnak.ucsc.edu/9th-pylon/.
Digital Karnak, ‘10th Pylon’, https://digitalkarnak.ucsc.edu/10th-pylon/.
Digital Karnak, ‘Edifice of Amenhotep II’, https://digitalkarnak.ucsc.edu/edifice-of-amenhotep-ii/.
J-C. Goyon and C. Traunecker, ‘La Chapelle de Thot et d’Amon au sud-ouest du lac sacré’, Cahiers de Karnak VII (1982), 355—366.
M. Jordan et al., La porte d’Horemheb au Xe pylône de Karnak (2015).
R. A. Schwaller de Lubicz, The Temples of Karnak (1999).
C. Van Siclen III, ‘The Edifice of Amenhotep II at Karnak: An Architectural Pious Fraud’, in C. Leblanc and G. Zaki (eds), The Temples of Millions of Years and Royal Power at Thebes in the New Kingdom (2010), 81—89.
W. Wreszinski, Atlas zur altaegyptischen Kulturgeschichte (1988).
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164: You Must Construct Additional Pylons - Horemheb at Karnak
4 juli 2022 · 35 min
Horemheb at Karnak (Part 1). Before his ascent, Horemheb had managed building projects for Tutankhamun. Now, as pharaoh, Horemheb went all out. He invested in one of the largest building sprees Karnak would ever see. His monuments continue to define this temple... Lees meer
Episode details:
Date: c.1329 BCE.
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Music: Horemheb theme by Luke Chaos.
Music interludes by Luke Chaos and Keith Zizza.
Logo image: The Tenth Pylon, completed in Horemheb's reign. Photo by Neithsabes, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
See photos of Horemheb’s Pylons (2, 9, and 10) at Wikimedia.
Select Bibliography:
M. Azim, ‘La structure des pylônes d’Horemheb a Karnak’, Cahiers de Karnak VII (1982), 127—166. Online.
M. Azim, ‘Un mât du IXe Pylône au nome d’Horemheb’, Cahiers de Karnak VII (1982), 75—92. Online.
E. Blyth, Karnak: Evolution of a Temple (New York, 2006).
Digital Karnak, ‘2nd Pylon’, https://digitalkarnak.ucsc.edu/2nd-pylon/
Digital Karnak, ‘9th Pylon’, https://digitalkarnak.ucsc.edu/9th-pylon/
Digital Karnak, ‘10th Pylon’, https://digitalkarnak.ucsc.edu/10th-pylon/
Digital Karnak, ‘Edifice of Amenhotep II’, https://digitalkarnak.ucsc.edu/edifice-of-amenhotep-ii/
J.-C. Goyon and C. Traunecker, ‘La Chapelle de Thot et d’Amon au sud-ouest du lac sacré’, Cahiers de Karnak VII (1982), 355—366. Online.
W. R. Johnson, ‘Amenhotep III and Amarna: Some New Considerations’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 82 (1996), 65–82.
M. Jordan et al., La porte d’Horemheb au Xe pylône de Karnak (2015).
R. A. Schwaller de Lubicz, The Temples of Karnak (1999).
E. Sullivan, ‘Karnak: Development of the Temple of Amun-Ra’, in W. Wendrich (ed.), UCLA Encyclopedia of Egyptology (2010).
The Epigraphic Survey, The Temple of Khonsu Volume 1: Scenes of King Herihor in the Court (1979). Online.
C. Van Siclen III, ‘The Edifice of Amenhotep II at Karnak…
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The Darkest Days of Karnak Temple
30 juni 2022 · 18 min
Karnak had experienced a tumultuous time, in the three decades preceding Horemheb's reign... Lees meer
Dates: c.1362 - 1300 BCE.
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Music interludes: Keith Zizza, Ancient Lyric, and Hathor Systrum.
Select Bibliography:
E. Blyth, Karnak: Evolution of a Temple (New York, 2006).
A. Dodson, Amarna Sunrise: Egypt From Golden Age to Age of Heresy (Cairo, 2014).
M. Eaton-Krauss, ‘Tutankhamun at Karnak’, Mitteilungen des Deutschen Archäologischen Instituts, Abteilung Kairo (1988), 1–11.
M. Eaton-Krauss, The Unknown Tutankhamun (London, 2016).
D. Redford, ‘Akhenaten: New Theories and Old Facts’, Bulletin of the American School of Oriental Research 369 (2013), 9.
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163: Did Horemheb Marry Nefertiti's Sister?
21 juni 2022 · 36 min
Queen Mutnodjmet is a curious case. For some scholars, she may be the lost sister of Nefertiti. This hypothesis has kicked around for over 100 years. Why can’t we resolve it? Lees meer
Episode details:
Date: c.1330 BCE.
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Music: "Hymn to Hathor," by Bettina Joy de Guzman www.bettinajoydeguzman.com
Interludes by Luke Chaos https://twitter.com/luke_chaos
Select Bibliography:
A. Dodson, Amarna Sunset: Nefertiti, Tutankhamun, Ay, Horemheb, and the Egyptian Counter-Reformation (2nd edn, 2017).
M. Gabolde, Toutankhamon (2015).
W. Grajetzki, Ancient Egyptian Queens: A Hieroglyphic Dictionary (2005).
R. Hari, Horemheb et la reine Moutnedjemet ou la fin d’une Dynastie (1964).
R. Hari, ‘La reine d’Horemheb était-elle la sœur de Nefertiti?’, Chronique d’Egypte 51 (1976), 39—46.
G. T. Martin, Tutankhamun’s Regent: Scenes and Texts from the Memphite Tomb of Horemheb (2016).
G. T. Martin, The Memphite Tomb of Ḥoremḥeb, Commander-in-Chief of Tutʻankhamūn, 1 (1989).
G. T. Martin, The Hidden Tombs of Memphis (1991).
E. Strouhal, ‘Queen Mutnodjmet at Memphis: Anthropological and Paleopathological Evidence’, in L’Egyptologie en 1979 (1982), 317—322.
E. Strouhal and V. G. Callender, ‘A Profile of Queen Mutnodjmet’, Bulletin of the Australian Centre for Egyptology (1992), 67—75.
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162: Horemheb, The Chosen One
14 juni 2022 · 32 min
Revisionist history in the age of pharaohs. King Horemheb (“Horus in Celebration”) came to power in unusual circumstances. To justify his rule, the new pharaoh set about “retelling” his origins. In a lengthy story, Horemheb cast himself as one chosen by the gods, and destined to rule… Lees meer
Episode details:
Date: c. 1330 BCE.
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Intro Music & Interludes: Luke Chaos.
Intro Music & Interludes: Keith Zizza.
Outro Music: Bettina Joy de Guzman.
Read "The Reign of Horemheb," PhD Thesis by K.M. Bryson at Johns Hopkins University.
Logo image: Horemheb and Horus, in the King's tomb (KV57).
Booklet: No booklet for this episode, as it describes text only.
Select Bibliography:
N. Allon, Writing, Violence, and the Military: Images of Literacy in Eighteenth Dynasty Egypt (1550-1295 BCE) (2019).
K. M. Bryson, ‘The Reign of Horemheb: History, Historiography, and the Dawn of the Ramesside Era’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, Johns Hopkins University (2018).
A. Dodson, Amarna Sunset: Nefertiti, Tutankhamun, Ay, Horemheb, and the Egyptian Counter-Reformation (2nd edn, 2017).
A. Gardiner, ‘The Coronation of King Ḥaremḥab’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 39 (1953), 13–31.
G. T. Martin, Tutankhamun’s Regent: Scenes and Texts from the Memphite Tomb of Horemheb (2016).
G. T. Martin, The Memphite Tomb of Ḥoremḥeb, Commander-in-Chief of Tutʻankhamūn, 1 (1989).
G. T. Martin, The Hidden Tombs of Memphis: New Discoveries from the Time of Tutankhamun and Ramesses the Great (1991).
W. J. Murnane, Texts from the Amarna Period in Egypt (1995).
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161: Pharaoh Horemheb
31 mei 2022 · 32 min
The Coronation of King Hor-em-heb. A few months after he took power, Egypt's new pharaoh Horemheb ("Horus in Celebration") celebrated his rule. It was a magnificent party... Lees meer
Episode details:
Date: c.1330 BCE.
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Logo: Horemheb's royal names, from his tomb in the Valley of the Kings. MMA.
Music interludes by Luke Chaos twitter.com/luke_chaos.
Select Bibliography:
K. M. Bryson, ‘The Reign of Horemheb: History, Historiography, and the Dawn of the Ramesside Era’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, Johns Hopkins University (2018).
Gardiner, ‘The Coronation of King Ḥaremḥab’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 39 (1953), 13–31.
W. J. Murnane, Texts from the Amarna Period in Egypt (Atlanta, 1995).
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160: Succession Crisis? Horemheb Purges His Rivals
24 mei 2022 · 41 min
Inheritance and vengeance. King Ay had his own plans for the succession. He promoted his relative, Nakht-Min, to great power and prominence. But when Ay died, Nakhtmin found himself at odds with Egypt's mighty general, Horemheb. What would happen, to the feuding leaders? Lees meer
Episode details:
Date: c.1330 BCE (approximate).
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Music: Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.net.
Music interludes: Luke Chaos https://twitter.com/Luke_Chaos.
Select Bibliography:
A. Dodson, ‘Crown Prince Djhutmose and the Royal Sons of the Eighteenth Dynasty’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 76 (1990), 87–96.
A. Dodson, Amarna Sunset: Nefertiti, Tutankhamun, Ay, Horemheb, and the Egyptian Counter-Reformation (2nd edn, Cairo, 2017).
M. Gabolde, Toutankhamon (Paris, 2015).
N. Kawai, ‘Studies in the Reign of Tutankhamun’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, Johns Hopkins University (2005).
N. Kawai, ‘Ay versus Horemheb: The Political Situation in the Late Eighteenth Dynasty Revisited’, Leiden, The Netherlands Journal of Egyptian History 3 (2010), 261–92.
N. Kawai, ‘The Time of Tutankhamun: What New Evidence Reveals’, Scribe: The Magazine of the American Research Center in Egypt Spring 2022 (2022), 44–53.
A. R. Schulman, ‘Excursus on the “Military Officer” Nakhtmin’, Journal of the American Research Center in Egypt 3 (1964), 124–6.
A. R. Schulman, ‘Some Observations on the Military Background of the Amarna Period’, Journal of the American Research Center in Egypt 3 (1964), 51–69.
A. R. Schulman, ‘The Berlin “Trauerrelief” (No. 12411) and Some Officials of Tutʿankhamūn and Ay’, Journal of the American Research Center in Egypt 4 (1965), 55–68.
J. Van Dijk, ‘Horemheb and the Struggle for the Throne of Tutankhamen’, Bulletin of the Australian Centre for Egyptology 7 (1996), 29—42.
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159: Everytime Ay Died
5 februari 2022 · 46 min
A tale in two parts. The elderly pharaoh, Kheper-kheperu-Ra Ay, probably died in his fourth or fifth year of power (c. 1331 / 1330 BCE). Officially, his reign was short. But in the big picture, Ay's influence lasted decades. As a courtier, under Akhenaten and Tutankhamun, Ay participated in government and royal affairs for many years. This means we have abundant records for the man and his career, and Ay contributed to Egyptian history in some noteworthy ways. Lees meer
Chapter 1: The Death and Legacy of King Ay.
Chapter 2: The Erasure of Ay and his memory.
To see high-quality photos of Ay’s tomb (WV23) by Kairoinfo4u on Flickr.com and Curtis Ryan Woodside on YouTube.
Date: c.1331 / 1330 BCE.
Kings: Kheper-kheperu-Ra Ay, “Doer of Ma’at” and “True Ruler.”
Music: “Memories of Thebes,” by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.net. Used with permission.
Music: “Funeral,” by Bettina Joy de Guzman http://www.bettinajoydeguzman.com. Used with permission.
Additional music interludes by Luke Chaos https://twitter.com/Luke_Chaos.
References:
B. G. Davies, Egyptian Historical Records of the Later Eighteenth Dynasty, VI (Warminster, 1995).
A. Dodson, Amarna Sunset: Nefertiti, Tutankhamun, Ay, Horemheb, and the Egyptian Counter-Reformation (2nd edn, 2017).
M. Gabolde, Toutankhamon (2015). PYGMALION Press.
W. J. Murnane, Texts from the Amarna Period in Egypt (Atlanta, 1995).
O. Schaden, ‘The God’s Father Ay’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, University of Minnesota (1977).
O. J. Schaden, ‘Clearance of the Tomb of King Ay (WV-23)’, Journal of the American Research Center in Egypt 21 (1984), 39–64.
R. H. Wilkinson, ‘Controlled Damage: The Mechanics and Micro-History of the Damnatio Memoriae Carried Out in KV-23, the Tomb of Ay’, Journal of Egyptian History 4 (2011), 129–47.
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158: What Ay Did & The Pharaoh's Nephew
25 januari 2022 · 32 min
Building Legacies. It is easy to overlook Ay, as a minor figure in the history of ancient Egypt. However, when we step back, and view his entire career (including pre-royal achievements), we can see things more clearly. As pharaoh, Ay continued many projects started under Tutankhamun. But since Ay had been a major advisor / courtier for that king, we can recognise these projects as part of a larger, longer trend. After the death of Akhenaten, the royal household radically reshaped many of its priorities. Since he first appeared on the scene, Ay was at the heart of those decisions… Lees meer
Chapter 2: The King's Nephew. A small statue, in the Brooklyn museum, tells a tale. Of a King's nephew (by marriage), and the paths to lucrative work and influence in Egyptian society. A young man, also named Ay, worked as a priest for Mut (the Mother Goddess) and Amun (the Hidden One). Along the way, this young man probably gained wealth and position. His tale gives us an opportunity to explore the "system" by which prominent families jostled for position, and promoted their sons...
Episode details:
Date: c.1331 BCE.
Kings: Kheper-kheperu-Ra Ay, “Who Repels the ‘Asiatics.’”
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Episode logo: A colossal statue in Cairo Museum. Often attributed to Tutankhamun but excavated from the Memorial Temple of Ay.
Music: “Lament of Isis and Nephythys on the Death of Osiris,” by Jeffrey Goodman www.jeffreygoodmanmusic.com.
Additional music interludes by Luke Chaos https://twitter.com/Luke_Chaos.
Select Bibliography:
King Ay at the St Louis University website.
Colossal statue of Ay (Tutankhamun?) in Berlin.
Colossal statue of Ay (Tutankhamun?) in Chicago.
B. G. Davies, Egyptian Historical Records of the Later Eighteenth Dynasty, VI (Warminster, 1995).
A. Dodson, Amarna Sunset: Nefertiti, Tutankhamun, Ay, Horemheb, and the Egyptian Counter-R…
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157: Ay & Horemheb vs the Hittites
11 januari 2022 · 45 min
Keeping up with the Kadeshians. In the past, historians thought the Egyptian government was passive (or even "pacifist") in the days of Akhenaten, Tutankhamun, and Ay. However, newer research has proved this wrong. Lees meer
We now have a fragmentary, but fascinating picture of warfare and diplomacy, taking place through Canaan and Syria.
The town of Kadesh, on the Orontes River, is prominent. Once a vassal to pharaoh, the city suffered an attack by Hittite forces. It then changed sides, paying tribute to Suppiluliuma, King of the Land of Hatti. In the later years of Tutankhamun, or the early reign of Ay, the Egyptians responded to Kadesh's treachery...
Horemheb and Hatti. In the days of King Ay (and Tutankhamun before him) conflicts in Canaan and Syria remained a constant issue. In recent years, scholars have uncovered more information about these events and people. Horemheb, the Overseer of the Overseers of the Troops (aka the General of Generals) seems to have dealt, and fought, with Hittite forces. The records are fragmentary, but the clues are intriguing...
Update: Episode updated 21st January, 2021. Added new epilogue, incorporating some academic debate regarding the identity of "Arma'a" and its ramifications for the history.
UPDATE 2: Episode 157 was originally released in two parts (157/157b). In 2026, I combined the two versions with minor edits for flow/structure. Same content, just packed in a more narratively satisfying version.
Episode details:
Date: c.1334 BCE (debated).
Kings: Tutankhamun and Ay (debated).
Battle scene of Tutankhamun: learn more in a free lecture by W. Raymond Johnson (YouTube). Battle reliefs discussion begins at 51:29.
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Episode logo: A statue, presumed to be Ay, in the Staatliche Museum, Berlin. Image upscaled, cropped, and edited.
Music: "War Song," by Bettina Joy de Guzman www.bettin…
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156: Oh, Ay Just Can't Wait to be King
28 december 2021 · 33 min
The servant ascends. Considering his background, it's not surprising that King Ay turned out to be quite "conservative." His early deeds continued the policies of Tutankhamun (a regime in which Ay had actively participated). The new pharaoh completed one of Tutankhamun's temples (the Ḥwt-Neb-kheperu-Ra in Waset/Thebes), and evoked Tutankhamun in his art. Ay also started his own monuments, at Akhmim / Akhmin (Khent-Menu). There, colossal statues and sanctuaries for Min would convey pharaoh's agenda... Lees meer
Date: c. 1334 BCE.
King: Kheper-Kheperu-Ra, It-Netjer Ay ("Ra is Supreme of Manifestations, the God's Father Ay").
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Music: Keith Zizza https://www.keithzizza.net/.
Music interludes: Luke Chaos https://twitter.com/Luke_Chaos.
Select Bibliography:
A. Ashmawy, ‘The Administration of Horse Stables in Ancient Egypt’, Egypt and the Levant 24 (2014), 121—139.
T. R. Bryce, ‘The Death of Niphururiya and Its Aftermath’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 76 (1990), 97–105.
N. Kawai, ‘Studies in the Reign of Tutankhamun’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, Johns Hopkins University (2005).
K. P. von Kuhlmann, ‘Des Felstempel des Eje bei Achmim’, Mitteilungen des Deutschen Archäologischen Instituts, Abteilung Kairo 35 (1979), 165—188.
B. Lurson, ‘Ay, Neferti, Nakhtmin and Ameny: Politics and Rhetoric at the End of the Eighteenth Dynasty’, Zeitschrift für Ägyptische Sprache und Altertumskunde 146 (2019), 164–208.
P. E. Newberry, ‘King Ay, the Successor of Tut’ankhamūn’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 18 (1932), 50–2.
O. Schaden, ‘The God’s Father Ay’, PhD Thesis, University of Minnesota (1977).
O. J. Schaden, ‘Clearance of the Tomb of King Ay (WV-23)’, Journal of the American Research Center in Egypt 21 (1984), 39–64.
A. R. Schulman, ‘The Berlin “Trauerrelief” (No. 12411) and Some Officials of Tutʿankhamūn and Ay’, Journal of t…
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155: Ankhensenmun, The Queen's Gambit
21 december 2021 · 48 min
A difficult decision. Events in this period are murky. But if Ankhesenamun was the "Daḫamunzu" of Hittite record, then her attempt to find a new husband (of royal blood) had failed. So, she would have to accept a "servant." Whom would she choose? Lees meer
Chapter 2 begins 00:24:10
Episode Details:
Date: c. 1334 BCE (debated).
King: none (hopefully just temporary).
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Music: Keith Zizza https://www.keithzizza.net/.
Music: Ancient Lyric http://www.bettinajoydeguzman.com/.
Music interludes: Luke Chaos https://twitter.com/Luke_Chaos.
Music at 25:10, "Shine for the Show," via Pond5 (licensed).
Misc audio clips via YouTube users Sound Effects King and Saraschan Stienwongnusa.
Select Bibliography:
T. R. Bryce, ‘The Death of Niphururiya and Its Aftermath’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 76 (1990), 97–105.
A. Dodson, Amarna Sunset: Nefertiti, Tutankhamun, Ay, Horemheb, and the Egyptian Counter-Reformation (2nd edn, Cairo, 2017).
M. Gabolde, D’Akhenaton à Toutânkhamon (Paris, 1998).
M. Gabolde, ‘L’ADN de la famille royale amarnienne et les sources égyptiennes’, Égypte nilotique et méditerranéenne 6 (2013), 177–203.
M. Gabolde, Toutankhamon (Paris, 2015).
Z. Hawass et al., ‘Ancestry and Pathology in King Tutankhamun’s Family’, JAMA 303 (2010), 638–47.
N. Kawai, ‘Studies in the Reign of Tutankhamun’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, Johns Hopkins University (2005).
J. L. Miller, ‘Amarna Age Chronology and the Identity of Nibxururiya in the Light of a Newly Reconstructed Hittite Text’, Altorientalische Forschungen 34 (2007), 252–93.
P. E. Newberry, ‘King Ay, the Successor of Tut’ankhamūn’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 18 (1932), 50–2.
N. Reeves and R. H. Wilkinson, The Complete Valley of the Kings (London, 1996).
J. Romer, Valley of the Kings (London, 1981).
O. Schaden, ‘The God’s Father Ay’, PhD Thesis, University of…
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154: The Hittite Affair of the Egyptian Queen (Daḫamunzu)
14 december 2021 · 47 min
He said, she said. Around 1334 BCE (give or take), the King of Hatti received a curious message. While on campaign, King Suppiluliuma got word that Egypt's pharaoh (someone called "Nib-ḫuru-riya") had died. He had no son, and Egypt's ruling lady (daḫamunzu, or tA-ḥmt-nsw, the "King's Great Wife") needed assistance. The Queen sent a message: would Suppiluliuma help her, and Egypt? Strange events were about to unfold... Lees meer
Date: c. 1334 BCE (debated).
King: Neb-kheperu-Ra Tut-ankh-Amun (debated) deceased
King: Suppiluliuma, Great King of the Land of Hatti
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Music: Keith Zizza https://www.keithzizza.net/
Music: Michael Levy http://www.ancientlyre.com/
Sound interludes: Luke Chaos https://twitter.com/Luke_Chaos
Select Bibliography:
T. Bryce, The Kingdom of the Hittites (New Edition edn, New York, 2005).
T. Bryce, The Routledge Handbook of the Peoples and Places of Ancient Western Asia: The Near East from the Early Bronze Age to the Fall of the Persian Empire (London, 2009).
T. R. Bryce, ‘The Death of Niphururiya and Its Aftermath’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 76 (1990), 97–105.
T. R. Bryce, Ancient Syria: A Three Thousand Year History (Oxford, 2014).
A. Dodson, Amarna Sunset: Nefertiti, Tutankhamun, Ay, Horemheb, and the Egyptian Counter-Reformation (2nd edn, Cairo, 2017).
M. Gabolde, D’Akhenaton à Toutânkhamon (Paris, 1998).
M. Gabolde, Toutankhamon (Paris, 2015).
H. Güterbock, ‘The Deeds of Suppiluliuma as Told by His Son, Mursili II’, Journal of Cuneiform Studies 10 (1956), 41–68, 75–98, 107–30.
H. A. Hoffner Jr., ‘Deeds of Šuppiluliuma (1.74)’, in W. W. Hallo and K. L. Younger (eds.), The Context of Scripture (Leiden, 2003), 185—192.
N. Kawai, ‘Studies in the Reign of Tutankhamun’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, Johns Hopkins University (2005).
J. L. Miller, ‘Amarna Age Chronology and the Identity of Nib…
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Tutankhamun Inc. with Prof. Christina Riggs
27 november 2021 · 1 uur 23 min
Face-to-face with the legends. Christina Riggs is a Professor (History of Visual Culture) at Durham University. In 2021, her book Treasured: How Tutankhamun Shaped a Century took a broader view of the tomb and its discovery than most books on the subject. Her discussion helps us review and revisit older myths or assumptions, and encourage new perspectives on Egyptology's most famous discovery. Lees meer
Prof. Christina Riggs at Durham University.
Christina Riggs at Academia.edu.
Christina Riggs' website including her blog and the article "Waterboys and Wishful Thinking."
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Tutankhamun and Philomena Cunk with Dr. Joyce Tyldesley
26 november 2021 · 56 min
An enigmatic icon. Dr. Joyce Tyldesley returns for her second interview with The History of Egypt Podcast! We spoke about her recent book Tutankhamun: Pharaoh. Icon. Enigma. and the legacy of the discovery, including aspects of its excavation and significance. We also got into some random topics including Philomena Cunk, Scandinavian Noir shows, and Strictly Come Dancing. Enjoy! Lees meer
Dr. Joyce Tyldesley at The University of Manchester.
Dr. Tyldesley's 2022 book Tutankhamun: Pharaoh. Icon. Enigma. at Headline Publishing.\
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Bob Brier & the Mysteries of Tutankhamun (and the Great Pyramid)
25 november 2021 · 54 min
Recorded 2022. Tutankhamun, Mummies, and Murder, oh my! I sat down with Dr. Bob Brier to discuss the Tomb of Tutankhamun, and the legacy of this important discovery. We also chatted about Dr. Brier's work in Egyptology, including his experiment in mummifying a human for scientific research. Finally, we touched on some older works including his "Murder of Tutankhamun" hypothesis and the Great Pyramid's construction (including the "internal ramp" hypothesis of Jean-Pierre Houdin). Lees meer
My thanks to Dr. Brier for coming on the show, and for allowing me to release the video version! Extra special thanks to Pat Remler for organising the conversation!
Preorder Dr. Brier's book Tutankhamun and the Tomb that Changed the World from Oxford University Press.
Read a report on Carter's thefts at The Guardian.
Find Dr. Brier's hierogylphs lessons (and others) at The Great Courses.
The History of Egypt Podcast:
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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153f: The Tomb of Tutankhamun (Part 6, Final)
23 november 2021 · 1 uur 11 min
The Annexe and End of Excavation. Howard Carter uncovered the tomb of King Tutankhamun in November 1922. He would continue labouring in the monument until 1927, and the final conservation of objects would finish in 1932. Over these ten years of work, Carter tackled many challenges, some of which proved insurmountable. In the end, his labour, and the story of Tutankhamun's burial, stand as a testament to human effort and long legacies. Lees meer
Episode Chapters:
Chapter 15: The Scouring of the Tomb 00:00:15
Chapter 16: The End of Excavations 00:31:50
Series Conclusion: 00:52:30
Episode Links:
For the full archive of Harry Burton’s photographs, showing the tomb of Tutankhamun in its original state, see the Griffith Institute website.
Date: 1922 CE - 1932 CE.
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Select Bibliography:
H. Beinlich and M. Saleh, Corpus der Hieroglyphischen Inschriften aus dem Grab des Tutanchamun (Oxford, 1989).
H. Carter, The Tomb of Tut-Ankh-Amen, III (2000 Reprint edn, London, 1933).
H. Carter, The Tomb of Tutankhamen (Century edn, London, 1983).
J. Černý, Hieratic Inscriptions from the Tomb of Tut’ankhamūn (Oxford, 1965).
M. Eaton-Krauss, The Unknown Tutankhamun (London, 2016).
Z. Hawass, Discovering Tutankhamun: From Howard Carter to DNA (Cairo, 2013).
Z. Hawass and S. Vannini, Tutankhamun: The Treasures of the Tomb (London, 2018).
T. Hoving, Tutankhamun: The Untold Story (New York, 1978).
T. G. H. James, Howard Carter: The Path to Tutankhamun (Tauris 2001 edn, New York, 1992).
N. Reeves, The Complete Tutankhamun (Cairo, 1990).
N. Reeves and J. H. Taylor, Howard Carter Before Tutankhamun (London, 1992).
The Griffith Institute, ‘Tutankhamun: Anatomy of an Excavation’, The Griffith Institute, University of Oxford, http:/…
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153e: The Tomb of Tutankhamun (Part 5)
16 november 2021 · 57 min
Treasured Heirlooms. East of the Burial Chamber, in Tutankhamun's tomb, the per hedj ("Treasury") contained a smorgasbord of beautiful objects. Some of these were sacred, like the canopic vessels for Tutankhamun's organs. Others were symbolic, connecting the pharaoh with great gods like Osiris. And still others were curious, including some "heirlooms" from earlier rulers and generations... Lees meer
Episode Chapters:
Chapter 13: Anubis and the King 00:00:13
Chapter 14: The Heirlooms of Akhenaten 00:24:30
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Select Bibliography:
J. P. Allen, ‘The Original Owner of Tutankhamun’s Canopic Coffins’, in Z. Hawass and J. H. Wegner (eds.), Millions of Jubilees: Studies in Honor of David P. Silverman (Cairo, 2010), 27—41.
H. Assaad and D. Kolos, The Name of the Dead: Hieroglyphic Inscriptions of the Treasures of Tutankhamun Translated (Missisauga, 1979).
H. Beinlich and M. Saleh, Corpus der Hieroglyphischen Inschriften aus dem Grab des Tutanchamun (Oxford, 1989).
H. Carter, The Tomb of Tut-Ankh-Amen, 3vols, 1927 – 1933.
J. Černý, Hieratic Inscriptions from the Tomb of Tut’ankhamūn (Oxford, 1965).
A. Dodson, ‘Crown Prince Djhutmose and the Royal Sons of the Eighteenth Dynasty’, The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 76 (1990), 87–96.
A. Dodson, ‘Canopics’, in R. H. Wilkinson and K. R. Weeks (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of the Valley of the Kings (New York, 2014), 260—274.
M. Eaton-Krauss, The Unknown Tutankhamun (London, 2016).
J. R. Harris, ‘Akhenaten and Neferneferuaten in the Tomb of Tut’ankhamūn’, in N. Reeves (ed.), After Tutankhamūn: Research and Excavation in the Royal Necropolis at Thebes (London, 1992), 55—72.
Z. Hawass, Discovering Tutankhamun: From Howar…
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153d: The Tomb of Tutankhamun (Part 4)
9 november 2021 · 1 uur 15 min
Curses and Controversies. From the moment they announced their discovery, Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon were faced with overwhelming attention. How they responded, and how they chose to approach the excavation, would have a major impact on public perception of the tomb. And, when events took a tragic turn, the media were happy to capitalise on the issue... Lees meer
Episode Chapters:
Chapter 10: The Choices of Lord Carnarvon 00:05:10.
Chapter 11: Journey to the Crossroads 00:25:30
Chapter 12: Of Bricks and Lost Portraits 00:48:48
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The "curse" brick, with text from Book of the Dead, Chapter 151: http://www.griffith.ox.ac.uk/gri/carter/263.html
Music Opening: "She Gypped Egypt on the Nile," midi rendition by SheetMusicSinger.com. Used with permission (audio editing: added vinyl crackling sound effects).
Music Interlude at 00:24:34: "Vintage Ragtime," purchased from Pond5.com.
Music Interlude at 00:48:05: "Tomb Song," by Nora Keyes, public domain via Freemusicarchive.com.
Outro music by Ancient Lyric http://www.bettinajoydeguzman.com/.
Sound interludes by Luke Chaos https://twitter.com/Luke_Chaos.
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Select Bibliography:
H. Beinlich and M. Saleh, Corpus der Hieroglyphischen Inschriften aus dem Grab des Tutanchamun (Oxford, 1989).
J. Černý, Hieratic Inscriptions from the Tomb of Tut’ankhamūn (Oxford, 1965).
Cox, ‘The Death of Lord Carnarvon’, The Lancet 361 (2003), 1994.
Z. Hawass, Discovering Tutankhamun: From Howard Carter to DNA (Cairo, 2013).
T. Hoving, Tutankhamun: The Untold Story (New York, 1978).
T. G. H. James, Howard Carter: The Path to Tutankhamun (Tauris 2001 edn, New York, 1992).
M. R. Nelson, ‘The Mummy’s Curse: Historical Cohort Study’, BMJ 325 (2002), 1482.
N. Reeves, The Complete Tutankhamun (Cairo, 1990).
N. Strudwick, Texts From th…
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153c: The Tomb of Tutankhamun (Part 3)
2 november 2021 · 1 uur 14 min
Coffins, Masks, and a Mummy. Within his Burial Chamber, Tutankhamun slept amid gold, glass, wood, and precious stone. His mummy is an extraordinary find, covered with ornaments, amulets, ceremonial clothing, and even weapons. From the famous image of his mummy mask, to a dagger made of "sky rock," the King's body reveals many tantalising stories... Lees meer
Episode Chapters:
Eight: In the House of Tutankhamun 00:00:10
Nine: The Face of the Pharaoh 00:31:15
Epilogue: A Curious Dagger 01:02:35
Episode details:
Date: c. 1922 CE
King: Neb-kheperu-Ra Tut-ankh-Amun
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Logo image: Tutankhamun and the Royal Ka before Osiris. FactumArte.
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Music: Michael Levy http://www.ancientlyre.com/
Music by Ancient Lyric http://www.bettinajoydeguzman.com/
Sound interludes by Luke Chaos https://twitter.com/Luke_Chaos
Audio mixing/editing by Vincent Cavanagh
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Nicholas Reeves' discussions of the Mummy mask, and its possible ownership. Article 1, 2015, and Article 2, 2015.
For the full archive of Harry Burton’s photographs, showing the tomb of Tutankhamun in its original state, see the Griffith Institute website.
Select Bibliography:
H. Assaad and D. Kolos, The Name of the Dead: Hieroglyphic Inscriptions of the Treasures of Tutankhamun Translated (Missisauga, 1979).
H. Beinlich and M. Saleh, Corpus der Hieroglyphischen Inschriften aus dem Grab des Tutanchamun (Oxford, 1989).
H. Carter, The Tomb of Tut-Ankh-Amen, II (London, 1927).
D. Comelli et al., ‘The Meteoritic Origin of Tutankhamun’s Iron Dagger Blade’, Meteoritics & Planetary Science 51 (2016), 1301–9.
M. Eaton-Krauss, The Sarcophagus in the Tomb of Tutankhamun (Oxford, 1993).
M. Eaton-Krauss, The Unknown Tutankhamun (London, 2016).
K. El Mallakh and A. C. Brackman, The Gold of Tutank…