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Cleopatra Art
Queen of Ancient Egypt
"I will not be triumphed over"
Cleopatra was the last active pharaoh of ancient Egypt and one of the most famous figures of ancient history. She was a member of the Ptolemaic dynasty, which was of Greek origin and ruled Egypt after the death of Alexander the Great. Cleopatra came to the throne at the age of 18 and ruled jointly with her father and later her brothers. She was known for her intelligence, political acumen, and charm.
āCleopatra was fluent in several languages, including Greek, Egyptian, and was known for her beauty and charisma. She had several relationships with powerful Roman leaders, most notably Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. These relationships were strategic and politically motivated to protect Egypt's independence and strengthen her position as pharaoh.
Cleopatra's rule ended with the arrival of Octavian, who defeated her forces and annexed Egypt as a province of Rome in 30 BC. Cleopatra and Mark Antony, who had become her lover, committed suicide soon after. Her death marked the end of the Ptolemaic dynasty and the pharaonic era of ancient Egypt.
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Egyptian mythology is the collection of myths and beliefs held by the ancient Egyptians concerning the nature of the universe and the cult practices performed to ensure the continuity of the gods and the natural world.
These myths often revolved around the gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt and their relationships with each other and with the humans who worshipped them. Many of the myths had allegorical meanings and were used to teach moral life lessons or explain natural phenomena. The ancient Egyptians believed that their gods controlled the forces of nature and the fates of humans, and that proper worship and offerings could appease the gods and bring good fortune.
Egyptian mythology was an important part of ancient Egyptian religion and culture and has had a lasting influence on Western culture.
FAQs
Who was Cleopatra?
Cleopatra was a legendary queen of Egypt from the Ptolemaic dynasty. She was renowned for her beauty and intelligence, and her reign was marked by the expansion of the Egyptian empire. She was also known for her relationships with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. Her death in 30 BC marked the end of the Ptolemaic dynasty and the beginning of the Roman era. Cleopatra remains one of the most recognizable figures in world history.
What ethnicity was Cleopatra?
Cleopatra was from Macedonian Greek descent and ruler of the Ptolemaic dynasty, the last active Queen of Egypt. She was the daughter of Ptolemy XII Auletes and a descendant of Ptolemy I, one of Alexander the Great's generals.
What are the 10 main Egyptian gods called?
The 10 mains Egyptian Gods are Amun, Osiris, Anubis, Ra, Set, Horus, Thoth, Isis, Sekhmet and Bastet.
What is the most famous Egyptian myth?
The Osiris myth is the most famous story in ancient Egyptian mythology. It concerns the murder of the god Osiris, a primeval king of Egypt, and its consequences. Osiris's murderer, his brother Set, usurps his throne. This can be viewed allegorically as the constant struggle between order and chaos.
Which is older Greek or Egyptian mythology?
Ancient Greek mythology goes back to Mycenaean culture of the second half of the second millennium BC. However, Egyptian Mythology is much older, being at it's height in the new kingdom but originating to third millennium BC. or even older. The Egyptian Book of the Dead is thousands of years old and has survived all the way through upper Egypt and the old and new kingdom to modern day.
How many Egyptian gods exist?
The ancient Egyptians worshipped over 1,400 different gods and goddesses in their shrines, temples, and homes. These 10 were the major Gods and Goddesses included in this series, but the list of deities is massive. This is mainly due to the time between the old and new kingdom being so large that Egyptian mythology changed so much.
Who was the 1st Egyptian god?
Atum was the first Egyptian God and was the sun god - The principal creator in Ancient Egyptian religion. in the Egyptian language, the word for sun is Ra, and this was one name for the sun-god (Atum-Ra), but he was also regularly called Atum, meaning 'complete'
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Western science describes the building blocks of our reality as atoms... makes you think.
What does the Egyptian Book of the Dead say?
The Egyptian “Book of the Dead” is a series of ancient Egyptian funerary spells that helped the deceased find their way to the afterlife in order to become united with the god of the dead, Osiris. It is a captivating piece of history that is still studied to this day. The Book of the Dead is an enigmatic book that shows that humanity has been around for a very, very long time.
What museums keep collections related to Egyptian art and history?
The British Museum in London, UK, which has one of the largest and most comprehensive collections of Egyptian art and artifacts in the world, including many important pieces from the pyramids and other ancient sites.
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The Louvre Museum in Paris, France, which has a large collection of Egyptian art and artifacts, including many famous sculptures and hieroglyphs.
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The Egyptian Museum in Cairo, Egypt, which is dedicated to the art, history, and culture of ancient Egypt and houses one of the largest collections of Egyptian artifacts in the world, including many pieces from the tombs of the Pharaohs.
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, USA, which has a substantial collection of Egyptian art and artefacts, including sculptures, jewellery, manuscripts and ancient ideas. The metropolitan museum of art is famous for it's extensive collection.
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The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, USA, which has a large collection of Egyptian art and artefacts, including many important pieces from the ancient sites of Luxor and Thebes.
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