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Kingdom of Kush

Now the Republic of Sudan, the Kingdom of Kush was a kingdom in ancient Africa located on the River Atbara, Blue Nile, and White Nile. It was dissolved by the sixth century A.D.

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How did Nubia and equpt influence one other?

The Egyptians introduced worship of their Gods to Nubia. Nubia on the other hand spread their traditions and customs to Egypt.

In what ways were the society and culture of kush unique?

The society and culture of kush were unique because many elements of kushite culture were not borrowed from anywhere else. For example, kushite daily life and houses were different from those in other places. The people of kush also developed their own written language, known today as meroitic. Unlike women in other early societies, kushite women were expected to be active in their society. Like kushite men, women worked long hours in the fields. They also raised children, cooked, and performed other household tasks.

Did Egypt cut blocks of granite from nubias northern cliffs?

they had cliffs of granite in which Egyptian people cut out their blocks from to buit the magnificant pyramids there are today.

How many in a Nubian goat litter?

It depends on the strength and velocity of the male Nubian father's seed. Usually about 5-6 in a litter, maybe more depending on diet.

Male Nubian goat about 6 months old who white with brown patches Today his front legs were wet and it looked like blood There were no cuts on him Does anyone know what this is?

It could be urine as male goats when they are of an age to breed will piddle on their front legs to make themselves smell more attractive to the females.

Certain toxic plants will also cause blood to be in the urine or the urine to get a dark tinge - bracken, oak, kale, cabbage, brussel sprouts, rape

What is the area south of upper Egypt called?

The kingdom just south of Upper Egypt was KUSH or NUBIA depending on whether you use the indigenous name or the Greek name for that civilization.

Why was it difficult to sail from the Nile to Nubia?

It was difficult to sail the Nile in Nubia because of the many cataracts,rocks,and waterfalls. This made navigation difficult to sail.

What are the causes of cushites migration?

the cushites being a small group of people compared to other groups was probably forced to migrate by other groups which passed their way as they migrated.for instance if thy fort and were defeated,or if they liked other peoples culture and decided to follow them.

Because of nubia's location between Egypt and central Africa it was?

because of nubia's location between Egypt and Central Africa it was a center for trade.

Were the Nubians monotheistic of polytheistic?

The relationship of the the Egyptians and Nubians became peaceful with cultural interchange, religion and mixed marriages. Nubians and Egyptians were often so closely related that some scholars consider them virtually indistinguishable, as the two cultures melded and mixed together. Christianity entered the region by the 4th century. In 719 the church of Nubia transferred its allegiance from the Greek (Christian) Orthodox Church to the Coptic Orthodox Church. In the 7th century the influx of Arab traders introduced Islam to Nubia and it gradually supplanted Christianity. In the 14th century the region became dominated by Egypt which at that time was Islamic.

Who were the Nubians in The Bible?

They were Nubian

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By the Greek and Romans, they were called 'Aethiopia.' By the Hebrews they were 'Cush' or Cushites living in the lands south of Egypt referred to as Ethiopia. They had 'burnt faces' and were not part of the Negroid peoples but where Hamitic. Moses' wife was a Cushite (see Numbers 12:1)

Why was trade important to Nubian civilizations?

Trade was crucial to Nubian civilizations as it facilitated the exchange of goods, ideas, and cultural practices between Nubia and neighboring regions, including Egypt and sub-Saharan Africa. The rich natural resources of Nubia, such as gold, ivory, and ebony, made it a vital trade hub. Additionally, trade allowed Nubian societies to acquire agricultural products, luxury items, and technologies, which contributed to their economic prosperity and cultural development. This interconnectedness helped solidify Nubia's position as a significant player in ancient African trade networks.