The ideologies of Kush and Axum were deeply intertwined with their cultural and religious beliefs, as well as their political ambitions. Kush, influenced by Egyptian civilization, emphasized the divine right of kings, often depicting rulers as pharaohs and engaging in elaborate burial practices. In contrast, Axum, which became a major trading empire, adopted Christianity as a state religion in the 4th century, promoting a monotheistic ideology that fostered unity and governance based on Christian principles. Both civilizations valued trade and cultural exchange, shaping their societal structures and external relations.
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The Ethiopian Kindom of Axum
the kingdom of Kush declined because of the rise of a new power in the region known as Axum
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The Ethiopian Kindom of Axum
The Ethiopian Kindom of Axum
the armies of Axum
The spread of world religions.
The kingdom of Kush was located south of Egypt in present-day Sudan, and Axum was farther south in Ethiopia. The Kush kingdom ruled Egypt from around 727 BC to 653 BC. (see the related map link)
They were all early African civilizations!
Axum, a new power located in what is now Ethiopia.