
Many ancient Greek philosophers came to Egypt to study - from Thales of Miletus (c. 626/623 – c.548/545 BCE) to Herodotus. who when he visited Egypt in 446 BCE, he described ancient Egypt as the "cradle of civilisation". All these visitations occurred long after the peak of ancient Egypt has declined.
The "unification" of Upper and Lower Egypt occurred around 3,150 BCE by a king known as Narmer or Menes.
The three main pyramids on the Giza Plateau are attributed to Khufu (ca. 2,633–2,605 BCE) (the Great Pyramid), his son Khafre (ca. 2,597–2,573 BCE), and Khafe's son Menkaure (ca. 2,572–2,551 BCE). According to Herodotus, these structures were “tombs” for the respective pharaohs ... but where they?
Explore the a significant Neolithic archaeological site of Nabta Playa, dating to circa 7,500 BCE. Known for hosti
There is something about Egypt that calls many of us. The ancient stone structures towering form the desert sands, inscribed with images that seem to resonate to us on a deeper level, awakening a knowing of another possibility. This, in itself, has opened up numerous interpretations, of hidden esoteric knowledge, mystical teachings, and much more.
In this highly illustrated course, I invite you to enter into the mysteries of ancient Egypt, the land which the indigenous peoples referred to as “Kemet”, the Black Land (due to the annual flooding of the life giving Nile River).
We begin our exploration by looking at what we do know, from what historians and the archaeological evidence has told us, has revealed to us. From that basis, we will then journey to and through some of the more iconic sites, considering other potentialities.
Is there more to what the Egyptologists are telling us?
What are the potential limitations of looking at an ancient culture with modern eyes?
Is there any substance to the numerous alternative views?
Will we ever truly understand the enigma that is ancient Egypt?
In this course, through the use of photos taken and personal insights pondered, I offer you a foundation upon which you can launch your own exploration. A blend of what has been proven by archaeological evidence and Egyptologist understanding, and that what seems to hint at something more waiting to be revealed.
Why, despite being some intensively studied, does ancient Egypt leave us with more questions than answers?
Is the answer in our own perspective?
What will be discovered beneath the shifting sands for you?