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Akhet is an Egyptian language word. It has two meanings. The first meaning is as a season. The Akhet season ran approximately from mid-July to mid-November in ancient Egypt. In the second meaning, Akhet is the place where the sun rises and sets.

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What does akhet mean in Egypt?

Akhet is an ancient Egyptian season.


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Peret season is tye second season in ancient Egypt (: the first season is akhet the second is peret last but not least is shemu


What season come first ShemuPeret or Akhet?

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What does shemu peret and akhet seasons mean in English?

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Why did the Egyptians love the season of Akhet?

Akhet, the flood season brought extra water, silt and very fertile soil for crops etc and therefore life to them.


What happens in akhet?

In ancient Egyptian cosmology, "akhet" refers to the inundation season, which corresponds to the annual flooding of the Nile River. This event was crucial for agriculture, as it deposited nutrient-rich silt on the surrounding land, allowing crops to thrive. Akhet typically occurred from June to September and was celebrated with festivals and rituals, reflecting its importance in sustaining life and the economy of ancient Egypt. The season symbolized renewal and fertility, shaping the agricultural calendar and the culture of the civilization.


What is the name of the Niles flooding season?

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Can you show me ancient Egypt words a-z?

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What are the 3 farming seasons in Egypt?

The Egyptian seasons corresponded with the flooding of the river Nile; Akhet (Flooding season) from June to October, Peret (Growing season),October to February and Shemu (Harvesting season), February to June. Egy-king