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(2920 - 2770 BC) |
The first of the dynasties. Historians
are not agreeing on the names of kings of this dynasty, as sources
also differ in mentioning their names.
King Narmer: He seems to be the first to unite Egypt under the rule
of one leader. However, it's believed that the real unification didn't
take place before the rule of the 2nd Dynasty King
Kasekhemwy.
Narmer Palette
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A palette called Narmer Palette was found in
Hierakonpolis. The palette describes Narmer effort and victories.
Narmer is believed to have married queen Neithotep. Historians presume
that Neithotep is the mother of King Aha, the could-be second king
of the first dynasty.
Narmer is also associated with the name Menes, whom historians believe
is the same person. Narmer ruled Egypt for 62 years.
Thinis (currently Gerga) became the first Egyptian capitals during
this dynasty. Memphis
was also founded during this dynasty. Memphis is located on the west
bank of the Nile south of Cairo.
Memphis is a Greek name, however the Egyptian name of the city was
Mennufer or Menfe which means "established and beautiful".
After Narmer, came the kings: Aha, Djer, Djet (Wadj), Den, Anedjib,
Semerkhet, Qa'a. Horus ,
the falcon God was prominently worshiped in this dynasty.
The first dynasty didn't succeed completely in uniting Egypt, as clans
and independent groups resisted the process. However one cannot argue
on its role in paving the way to the complete unification of Egypt
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