Egypt

Egypt, a place wrapped in mystery and splendor, with a history that extends back more than five thousand years. Egypt’s renowned monuments, from the towering pyramids to the mysterious Sphinx, have long captivated visitors from all over the globe. In this piece, we’ll delve into the fascinating history of Egypt, illuminating the ups and downs of one of the world’s oldest civilizations and the lasting effects it left behind.

The Dawn of Egyptian Civilization

Beginning in the predynastic era, we see ancient Egypt rise on the Nile’s verdant banks and set sail on an epic adventure. The great works of such dynastic pharaohs as Djoser, Hatshepsut, and Ramses II are examined as we travel through the eras of the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms. We explore the origins of Egyptian culture, from the building of impressive temples to the invention of hieroglyphic writing.

Egypt’s Pyramid and Great Sphinx Era

Examining Egypt’s most recognizable landmarks is essential to a thorough understanding of the country’s past. The Great Pyramid of Khufu is the only ancient wonder still standing, and we investigate its history and riddles. We also investigate the mysteries surrounding the Sphinx, a gigantic figure that stands watch above the pyramids.

The World and Ancient Egypt: A Cultural and Economic Interchange

Egypt’s sway spanned continents and influenced developments around the globe. Our discussion ranges from Egypt’s commerce with the Phoenicians and battles with the Hittites to its relationships with ancient Greece. We also examine the Hellenistic period that followed Alexander the Great’s conquest of Egypt and its effect on Egyptian culture and society.

The Rise of Christianity Under Roman Rule

Following the demise of Hellenistic power, the Romans took control of Egypt and ushered in a new era for the ancient realm of the pharaohs. We take a look at the political shifts, building initiatives, and Christianization of Egypt during this time. Egypt had an important role as a battleground for faith and ideology, from the establishment of Alexandria as an intellectual center through the theological conflicts surrounding early Christian ideas.

The Mamluks and the city of Cairo in Islamic Egypt

A new era in Egypt’s history began with the Islamic conquest in the 7th century. We look at how Cairo became the new capital and at the Mamluk dynasty, whose rule left an unmistakable impact on Egyptian architecture with the construction of many of the country’s most recognizable mosques and madrasas. The Fatimids’ impact and the Crusades’ seismic shift in Egypt’s political environment are also discussed.

Slavery with the Ancient Egyptians:

Ancient Egyptian slavery was distinct from the transatlantic slave trade, to which the word is most commonly applied. Most ancient Egyptian slaves were either prisoners of war, criminals, or debtors. Slaves were considered property and employed for anything from manual work to household chores to combat roles.

Foreign Rule and Its Consequences:

Throughout its history, Egypt has been ruled by a number of different empires: the Persians, the Greeks, the Romans, the Arabs, and finally the Ottomans. Slavery in Egypt took on varying forms under its many pharaohs because of the varying behaviors of these kings.

Slave practices evolved throughout the Hellenistic era as a result of Greek influence. Slaves from Greece were greatly sought after for their education and expertise, which raised the demand for slaves in Egypt. Slaves were similarly imported from all across the Roman Empire during the Roman era for use in a wide range of administrative and military tasks.

Slavery across the Sahara and the Atlantic:

Slavery in Egypt was not limited to its own borders; the country also participated in the trans-Saharan and transatlantic slave trades. Slaves from sub-Saharan Africa were taken through the Sahara Desert to North Africa and the Middle East, especially Egypt, from the 8th to the 19th centuries. Many African slaves were brought to the nation via this trading route.

In addition, Egypt was included into the international slave trade system throughout the time of European domination. The establishment of European commercial ports along the Egyptian coast by the Portuguese, Dutch, and British facilitated the capture, sale, and transit of African slaves to the Americas.

Slavery and the Present Day:

Slavery was a topic of discussion in Egypt during the 18th and 19th centuries, when the abolitionist movement gained traction around the world. Egypt joined the ranks of countries that have abolished slavery by making it law in 1877. However, despite the abolition, traces of the practice survived, and its total elimination required several decades.

Egypt fought for its freedom from colonial powers, especially the British, throughout the 19th and 20th centuries. We examine the origins of nationalism, the ascent of leaders like Saad Zaghloul, and the country’s independence proclamation in 1952. We also investigate contemporary Egypt, its successes and failures, and its position as a regional cultural, political, and economic center.Salam, Ahlan, Shukran, La, Naam, Minfadlak, Minfadlek, Ana, Enta, Enti, Eih, Ma, Mumkin, Haga, Kwayyis, Tamam, Mesh, Aywa, Hekayet, Bokra, Yalla, Meshi, Bas, Awwal, Akhir, Sana, Shay, Masr, Nas, Bent, Zay, Regala, Sabaah, Masa, Kalam, Afdal, Gamed, Btakhod, Baheb, Mish, Fakra, Haga, Maalesh, Kteer, Fakkar, Malak, Shaghal, Da, Elly, Heta, Zayy, Aslan, Aho, Ely, Dayman, Sadek, Keda, Taht, Foq, Wara, Gowa, Barra, Menhom, Albi, Iyyaak, Bahebak, Mishmish, Fakkarni, Amm, Abb, Awy, Ktir, Da’awa, Balad, Masalan, Saa, So’al, Tammam, Min, Liha, Maqsur, Sah, Kan, Yom, Nos, Tab, Ahla, Kalam, Qalb, Daiman, Lamma, Asdi, Laazem, Maak, Mafeesh, Aswan, Damietta, Giza, Luxor, Alexandria, Port Said, Hurghada, Suez, Sharm El-Sheikh, Fayoum, Menya, Assiut, Zagazig, Sohag, Ismailia, Beni Suef, Tanta, Mansoura, Asyut, Qena, Minya, Beheira, Gharbia, Kafr El-Sheikh, Sharkia, Red Sea, South Sinai, North Sinai, Aswan High Dam, Gouna, Nile, Cairo, Sphinx, Pyramids, Felucca, Koshary, Falafel, Shawarma, Baladi, Aish, Foul, Ta’meya, Molokhia, Basbousa, Konafa, Mahshi, Kabab, Baba Ganoush, Baklava, Tamr, Mango, Feteer, Tahina, Yansoon, Hibiscus, Falafel, Simit, Ful, Basbousa, Basmati, Taheya, Shisha, Qahwa, Tamarhindi, Tamr, Batates, Okra, Gazar, Molokhia, Batates, Feteer, Basturma, Foul, Sobia, Sakhlawi, Lentils, Ruz, Turmeric, Dukkah, Sumac, Anise, Baharat, Baharat, Zait, Laban, Baharat, Shawarma, Mashi, Koshary, Fitir, Manti, Zibdiyya, Fatteh, Salata, Bataati, Tabbouleh, Makarona, Alim, Mishmish, Khoshaf, Salq, Koushari, Shatta, Sambousak, Meshmeshiya, Rumi, Falafel, Kibda, Zabady, Basha, Sa’ab, Bein, Gouna, Bostan, Sidi, Donia, Arousa, Hamada, Gamila, Hany, Zeina, Karim, Aya, Yasmine, Farah, Nour, Leila