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Egypt and Israel

Chapter Two. Egypt and Israel. The Egyptian legacy. Egypt has produced some to the most tangible history ever studied. Great builders, they left breathtaking artifacts behind. One of the greatest?.

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Egypt and Israel

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  1. Chapter Two Egypt and Israel

  2. The Egyptian legacy • Egypt has produced some to the most tangible history ever studied. • Great builders, they left breathtaking artifacts behind.

  3. One of the greatest? • Egyptian civilization was one of the most stable, successful and longest lasting civilization the world ever saw. • Although eventually conquered by the Persians, Egypt had been powerful and independent for 3000 years.

  4. Religion and Geography • There are two main reasons why Egypt was so successful… • their geographical location….. • …..and their religion.

  5. Colour and label the map provided to explain the importance of Egyptian Geopgraphy. How was their geography crucial to their development, success and longevity? Assignment

  6. Imhotep: An Egyptian Genius • One of the few non-pharaohs to be worthy enough of record. • He founded the Egyptian system of medicine which would be considered the best in the ancient world. • He is best remembered for the construction of his pharaoh’s tomb.

  7. The Middle Kingdom 2050 BCE • Civil War plunged Egypt in anarchy for 150 years. • The Theban Kings united Egypt under the sun god Amon-Re for 200 years • The Hyksos conquered using superior weapons. • They were eventually driven out.

  8. 1) How did the Pharaoh wield power? 2) In what way was the Pharaoh’s power limited? 3) Explain the structure of the government. 4) Evaluate Egyptian law in one sentence. 5) What is the difference between a slave and a serf? 6) How did an Egyptian choose a Career? Read Pages 59 -

  9. Egypt’s Golden Age. The Apex of the civilization. The height of architecture and art. Dominated by several key figures. The New Kingdom

  10. Hatshepsut (Hat-Shep-soot) • One of only three women rulers in 3000 years. • Usually women ruled temporarily during a transition period. • She was supposed to govern until her son was old enough but declared herself the female king of Egypt.

  11. Tuthmosis III • Took power after Hetshepsut. • “The Napoleon of Egypt” • Expanded the military and wealth of Egypt due to his many successful conquests of the region. • Although not known as a warlike people, they had one of the best trained and most disciplined armies of the time.

  12. Military • Records indicate that the Pharaoh, the early symbol of Amon-Re, would lead the charge in battle. • Egyptians believed that it was their faith that awarded them the victory.

  13. Continue reading about the importance of religion and how it affected and was affected during this period. You are gathering notes for a short essay to be produced sometime next week. Assignment

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