answersLogoWhite

0

Bababoey

User Avatar

Paxton Brown

Lvl 10
4y ago

What else can I help you with?

Continue Learning about General History

What do Pharaohs have to do with democracy?

Nothing. Pharaohs were theocratic rulers and did not submit to the will of the people, which is required in democracies.


Why did egyptians refer to their rulers as gods and goddesses?

Egyptians referred to their rulers as gods and goddesses to legitimize their authority and reinforce the divine right to rule. This belief was rooted in the idea that pharaohs were intermediaries between the gods and the people, embodying divine principles on Earth. By portraying their rulers as divine, Egyptians fostered social cohesion and stability, as the populace was more likely to accept their leadership and follow their decrees. Additionally, this connection to the divine allowed pharaohs to claim a sacred lineage and maintain control over religious and political life in ancient Egypt.


Why were the Egyptian pharaohs usually powerful rulers?

The Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt were considered to gods and afforded absolute power. As a result, they used that power absolutely.


Jobs of Ancient Egyptian Pharaohs?

They were the absolute rulers/monarchs of their country and, in additon, were believed to be descendants of Gods.


What did an abundant supply of slaves and the wealth of tribute plunder and trade allow Egyptian Pharaohs and other rulers to do?

An abundant supply of slaves and the wealth from tribute, plunder, and trade allowed Egyptian Pharaohs and other rulers to consolidate power and maintain large-scale construction projects, such as monumental temples and pyramids. This wealth also supported the development of a sophisticated administrative system, funded military campaigns, and facilitated trade with neighboring regions. Ultimately, it enabled rulers to enhance their prestige and enforce social hierarchies, ensuring stability and control over their territories.