About this episode

This episode discusses Merneptah's Nubian War, the Book of Caverns, and his legacy.

Merneptah's Nubian War, the Book of Caverns, and his Legacy. The later years of Merneptah's reign were eventful. Just as the Libu war wound down, another conflict started in Nubia. Shortly after, there may have been some disruptions or reshuffling in the government. We also get a new religious text known as the "Book of Caverns." Finally, we follow Merneptah's passing and his legacy. Video lecture about Merneptah's Memphite palace: Cahail, K. (2020, December 3). The Palace of Pharaoh Merenptah: Examining an Archaeological “Cold Case.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PhDB98ZH2-k Extended version (49m) available on Patreon. Music: Keith Zizza, Luke Chaos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Dominic Perry

Topics covered

• Merneptah
• Nubian War
• Book of Caverns
• Ancient Egypt
• Pharaohs
• Legacy

Keywords

• Merneptah
• Nubian War
• Book of Caverns
• Ancient Egypt
• Pharaoh
• Legacy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Patreon

Books & works: Book of Caverns

Places: Nubia, Memphite

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