4,500 year old Sun Temple found in Egypt, the country of tombs, what is the hidden meaning behind it?

Egypt is often called the country of tombs, where pyramids and the tombs of the Pharaohs are the hallmarks of history. But now this Egyptian land has revealed another big secret. Archaeologists have found a 4,500-year-old temple dedicated to the sun god Ra near Cairo.

This ancient temple was found about 9 miles south of Cairo and about 5 miles west of the Nile River. According to researchers, this temple was built by Pharaoh Nyuserre Ini of the fifth dynasty of Egypt, who ruled from about 2420 to 2389 BC.

Evidence of sun worship among tombs

Till now Egypt was known for pyramids and tombs, but this Sun Temple shows that Sun worship was the center of power and religion during that period. The sun god Ra was considered the father of creation and the Pharaoh considered himself his representative. Experts believe that this temple is an indication that at that time the monarchy wanted to show its legitimacy by linking it to the Sun God.

Religious calendar and astronomical mysteries

During the excavation, a religious calendar engraved on stones has been found inside the temple. It contains details of the festivals associated with Sokar, Min and Ra. The most interesting thing is that the roof of the temple was used to study the stars and planets. That means it was not only a place of worship, but also a center of science and astronomy.

Grand structure spread over 10,000 square feet

This temple was spread over about 10,000 square feet. The white limestone carvings, granite pillars, corridors and stairs leading to the terrace testify to its grandeur. A slope has also been found, which is believed to be connected to the Nile River or one of its branches. It is possible that devotees come here by boats.

Wooden pieces of the ancient Egyptian game of Senet have also been found in the temple. This indicates that apart from worship, social activities also took place here. Research shows that when the religious role of the temple ended, this area gradually turned into a residential area.

What is the indication of this discovery?

This Sun Temple shows that ancient Egypt was not just a civilization of death and tombs, but it was also a culture that understood life, energy and the universe. The upcoming excavations are expected to reveal more secrets of Egypt’s sun-centric thinking.

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