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Akhenaton was Pharaoh of Egypt from 1353--36 BC (the 18th dynasty) He developed a monotheistic cult worshiping the god, Aton.

Thus, he a took the name Akhenaton which means roughly, 'Useful to Aton.'

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Why did pharaoh akhenaten try to do?

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What did pharaoh akhenaten try to?

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What did Akhenaton try to do?

Akhenaten, or Amenhotep IV, tried to change the Egyptian religion. He wanted everyone to worship the sun god, (not Ra, the element) Aten.


How akhenaton try to change the Egyptian religion?

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How did Akhenaton try to change Egyptian. Religion?

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How did Akhenaton try to change Egyptian religious?

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What did ahmenhotep IV try to do?

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Did someone ever try and change the ancient Egyptian religion?

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