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  1. Pharaoh - Wikipedia

    Pharaoh[a] was a title of the monarch of ancient Egypt. The earliest confirmed instance of the title used contemporaneously for a ruler is a letter to Akhenaten (reigned c. 1353 –1336 BCE), …

  2. Pharaoh | Definition, History, & Facts | Britannica

    Oct 9, 2025 · In official documents, the full title of the Egyptian king consisted of five names, each preceded by one of the following titles: Horus, Two Ladies, Golden Horus, King of Upper and …

  3. 25 Famous Pharaohs | Great Pharaohs Of Ancient Egypt

    Here's a chronological list of the 25 most famous Egyptian pharaohs. Have a look here for a top 10 of the most famous pharaohs of ancient Egypt. Narmer was a pharaoh of the 1st Dynasty in …

  4. PHARAOH Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of PHARAOH is a ruler of ancient Egypt.

  5. Pharaoh - World History Encyclopedia

    Sep 2, 2009 · During the Second Dynasty of Egypt (2890-2670 BCE) King Raneb (also known as Nebra) linked his name with the divine and his reign with the will of the gods. Following Raneb, …

  6. What were an Egyptian pharaoh's roles and responsibilities?

    As the high priest of every temple in Egypt, the pharaoh was responsible for performing rituals and offering sacrifices to the gods. In doing so, he ensured that the gods were happy and that …

  7. Pharaohs - National Geographic Society

    Mar 19, 2024 · As ancient Egyptian rulers, pharaohs were both the heads of state and the religious leaders of their people. The word “ pharaoh ” means “Great House,” a reference to …