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What is akhenaten?

It is the name of the Egyptian Pharaoh who worshipped only the Aten, or 'visible sun'. He moved out of Thebes and built a new capital, which was abandoned after his reign.


What is an Egyptian sun god?

There are several--Re, Khepri, Atum. During Pharaoh Akhenaten's reign, he abolished the worship of all gods but the Aten--the sun disk.


Is Aten common god?

Aten was not a common god in ancient Egyptian religion but rather a unique representation of the sun disk. He became prominent during the reign of Pharaoh Akhenaten in the 14th century BCE, when Akhenaten established a monotheistic worship centered on Aten, departing from traditional polytheistic practices. After Akhenaten's reign, the worship of Aten declined, and the traditional pantheon of Egyptian gods was restored. Thus, while Aten was significant during a specific period, he was not widely worshipped outside of that context.


Who is Thutmose sculptor?

Thutmose was an ancient Egyptian sculptor known primarily for his work during the reign of Pharaoh Akhenaten in the 14th century BCE. He is particularly famous for creating a lifelike bust of Nefertiti, Akhenaten's queen, which is considered one of the masterpieces of ancient Egyptian art. Thutmose's techniques and attention to detail exemplify the artistic innovations of the Amarna period. His workshop was located in Amarna, the capital established by Akhenaten.


Egyptian queen who helped her husband set up the cult of the sun god?

Akhenaten ( Echnaton, Akhenaton, Ikhnaton, and Khuenaten; meaning "living spirit of Aten") known before the fifth year of his reign as Amenhotep IV; had several consorts including: Nefertiti, Kiya, Meritaten?, Ankhesenamun?, and an unidentified sister.

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What measurement system in ancient Egypt was used during the reign of Nefertiti and Akhenaten?

The Royal Egyptian Cubit


What is akhenaten?

It is the name of the Egyptian Pharaoh who worshipped only the Aten, or 'visible sun'. He moved out of Thebes and built a new capital, which was abandoned after his reign.


When did Nefertiti marry akhenaten?

It is estimated that Akhenaten married Nefertiti at the start of his reign. His reign began around 1351 BC.


During what Egyptian time period did Nefertiti reign?

Nefertiti was the wife of the Pharaoh Akhenaten who lived circa (1370 BCE -- c. 1330 BCE).


What is an Egyptian sun god?

There are several--Re, Khepri, Atum. During Pharaoh Akhenaten's reign, he abolished the worship of all gods but the Aten--the sun disk.


When did Nefertiti and akhenaten rule?

King Akhenaten and Queen Nefertiti were rulers during the Eighteenth Egyptian Dynasty. There is a two year uncertainty about the beginning and ending dates of this reign. It latest either from 1353 to 1336 BC or 1351 to 1334 BC.


Who did Nefertiti reign with?

her husband Pharaoh Akhenaten


Is Aten common god?

Aten was not a common god in ancient Egyptian religion but rather a unique representation of the sun disk. He became prominent during the reign of Pharaoh Akhenaten in the 14th century BCE, when Akhenaten established a monotheistic worship centered on Aten, departing from traditional polytheistic practices. After Akhenaten's reign, the worship of Aten declined, and the traditional pantheon of Egyptian gods was restored. Thus, while Aten was significant during a specific period, he was not widely worshipped outside of that context.


When did akhenaten reign?

he ruled in 1353 b.c but i can't remember when his reign ended


Who is Thutmose sculptor?

Thutmose was an ancient Egyptian sculptor known primarily for his work during the reign of Pharaoh Akhenaten in the 14th century BCE. He is particularly famous for creating a lifelike bust of Nefertiti, Akhenaten's queen, which is considered one of the masterpieces of ancient Egyptian art. Thutmose's techniques and attention to detail exemplify the artistic innovations of the Amarna period. His workshop was located in Amarna, the capital established by Akhenaten.


Egyptian queen who helped her husband set up the cult of the sun god?

Akhenaten ( Echnaton, Akhenaton, Ikhnaton, and Khuenaten; meaning "living spirit of Aten") known before the fifth year of his reign as Amenhotep IV; had several consorts including: Nefertiti, Kiya, Meritaten?, Ankhesenamun?, and an unidentified sister.


What happened during Akhenaten's reign?

he sucked my balls